Serving 287 students in grades 6-8, Blind Brook-rye 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 80% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (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 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 287 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blind Brook-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
Student Attention
School Overview
Blind Brook-rye Middle School's student population of 287 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
287 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Blind Brook-rye 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 Blind Brook-rye Middle School is 0.50, 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
#499 out of 4377 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
10%
Hispanic
11%
30%
Black
1%
16%
White
69%
40%
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
1%
7%
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 Blind Brook-rye Middle School's ranking?
Blind Brook-rye Middle School is ranked #499 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Blind Brook-rye Middle School often compared to?
Blind Brook-rye Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rye Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Blind Brook-rye Middle School?
287 students attend Blind Brook-rye Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Blind Brook-rye Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Blind Brook-rye Middle School?
Blind Brook-rye Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Blind Brook-rye Middle School offer ?
Blind Brook-rye Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Blind Brook-rye Middle School part of?
Blind Brook-rye Middle School is part of Blind Brook-Rye Union Free School District.
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