Serving 775 students in grades 6-8, Minisink Valley Middle School ranks in the top 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 41% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (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 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 775 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Minisink Valley Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Minisink Valley Middle School's student population of 775 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
775 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Minisink Valley 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 Minisink Valley Middle School is 0.47, 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
#1866 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
22%
29%
Black
7%
16%
White
69%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Minisink Valley Middle School's ranking?
Minisink Valley Middle School is ranked #1866 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Minisink Valley Middle School often compared to?
Minisink Valley Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Port Jervis Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Minisink Valley Middle School?
775 students attend Minisink Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Minisink Valley Middle School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Minisink Valley Middle School?
Minisink Valley Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Minisink Valley Middle School offer ?
Minisink Valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Minisink Valley Middle School part of?
Minisink Valley Middle School is part of Minisink Valley Central School District.
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