Serving 401 students in grades 6-8, Stafford 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 45% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (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 17% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 401 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stafford Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Stafford Middle School's student population of 401 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
401 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Rankings
Stafford 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 Stafford Middle School is 0.30, 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
#2564 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
2%
30%
Black
9%
16%
White
83%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Stafford Middle School's ranking?
Stafford Middle School is ranked #2564 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?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Stafford Middle School?
401 students attend Stafford Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Stafford Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stafford Middle School?
Stafford Middle School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Stafford Middle School offer ?
Stafford Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Stafford Middle School part of?
Stafford Middle School is part of Plattsburgh City School District.
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