Serving 766 students in grades 5-8, Ardsley Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 766 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ardsley Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ardsley Middle School's student population of 766 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
766 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ardsley Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ardsley Middle School is 0.64, 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
#620 out of 4377 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
20%
10%
Hispanic
13%
30%
Black
3%
16%
White
55%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ardsley Middle School's ranking?
Ardsley Middle School is ranked #620 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Ardsley Middle School often compared to?
Ardsley Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Edgemont Junior-senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Ardsley Middle School?
766 students attend Ardsley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Ardsley Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ardsley Middle School?
Ardsley Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ardsley Middle School offer ?
Ardsley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ardsley Middle School part of?
Ardsley Middle School is part of Ardsley Union Free School District.
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