For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 789 students in 12916, NY.
The top ranked public middle schools in 12916, NY are Brushton-moira High School and Brushton Grade School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 12916 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the New York public middle school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 51% statewide average). Middle schools in 12916, NY have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the New York public middle school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12916, NY Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Brushton-moira High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
758 County Rt 7
Brushton, NY 12916
(518) 529-7342
Brushton, NY 12916
(518) 529-7342
Grades: 7-12
| 325 students
Rank: #22.
Brushton Grade School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
758 County Rt 7
Brushton, NY 12916
(518) 529-7324
Brushton, NY 12916
(518) 529-7324
Grades: PK-11
| 464 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 12916, NY?
The top ranked public middle schools in 12916, NY include Brushton-moira High School and Brushton Grade School.
How many public middle schools are located in 12916?
2 public middle schools are located in 12916.
What is the racial composition of students in 12916?
12916 public middle schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the New York public middle schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
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