Serving 271 students in grades 6-8, Seneca Falls Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 271 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Seneca Falls Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Seneca Falls Middle School's student population of 271 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 45% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
271 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. Jun 15, 2026
School Mascot
Blue Devils
School Rankings
Seneca Falls Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Seneca Falls Middle School is 0.34, 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
#3229 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
6%
30%
Black
2%
16%
White
81%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Blue Devils
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Seneca Falls Middle School's ranking?
Seneca Falls Middle School is ranked #3229 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Seneca Falls Middle School?
271 students attend Seneca Falls Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Seneca Falls Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Seneca Falls Middle School?
Seneca Falls Middle School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Seneca Falls Middle School offer ?
Seneca Falls Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Seneca Falls Middle School part of?
Seneca Falls Middle School is part of Seneca Falls Central School District.
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