Serving 224 students in grades 6-8, Bulkeley Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (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 23% 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: 224 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bulkeley Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Bulkeley Middle School's student population of 224 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 52% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
224 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bulkeley Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bulkeley 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
#1318 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
11%
30%
Black
n/a
16%
White
77%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
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 Bulkeley Middle School's ranking?
Bulkeley Middle School is ranked #1318 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Bulkeley Middle School?
224 students attend Bulkeley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Bulkeley Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bulkeley Middle School?
Bulkeley Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bulkeley Middle School offer ?
Bulkeley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Bulkeley Middle School part of?
Bulkeley Middle School is part of Rhinebeck Central School District.
In what neighborhood is Bulkeley Middle School located?
Bulkeley Middle School is located in the Rhinebeck Village neighborhood of Rhinebeck, NY. There are 1 other public schools located in Rhinebeck Village.
School Reviews
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