Serving 714 students in grades 5-8, Jamesville-dewitt Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 714 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jamesville-dewitt Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Jamesville-dewitt Middle School's student population of 714 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
714 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
School Rankings
Jamesville-dewitt Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jamesville-dewitt Middle School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#831 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
10%
Hispanic
5%
30%
Black
6%
16%
White
71%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jamesville-dewitt Middle School's ranking?
Jamesville-dewitt Middle School is ranked #831 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Jamesville-dewitt Middle School often compared to?
Jamesville-dewitt Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eagle Hill Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Jamesville-dewitt Middle School?
714 students attend Jamesville-dewitt Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Jamesville-dewitt Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jamesville-dewitt Middle School?
Jamesville-dewitt Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Jamesville-dewitt Middle School offer ?
Jamesville-dewitt Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Jamesville-dewitt Middle School part of?
Jamesville-dewitt Middle School is part of Jamesville-DeWitt Central School District.
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