Serving 675 students in grades 6-8, Rye Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 87% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 675 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 87% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 92% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rye Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Rye Middle School's student population of 675 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
675 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Rankings
Rye Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rye Middle School is 0.39, 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
#133 out of 4346 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
9%
10%
Hispanic
8%
30%
Black
1%
16%
White
77%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
4%
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 Rye Middle School's ranking?
Rye Middle School is ranked #133 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Rye Middle School often compared to?
Rye Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Scarsdale Middle School, Port Chester Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
87% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Rye Middle School?
675 students attend Rye Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Rye Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rye Middle School?
Rye Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Rye Middle School offer ?
Rye Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Rye Middle School part of?
Rye Middle School is part of Rye City School District.
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