Serving 574 students in grades 7-8, Pomona Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 5% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 574 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pomona Middle School's student population of 574 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
574 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pomona Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pomona Middle School is 0.40, 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
#4176 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
75%
29%
Black
20%
16%
White
2%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pomona Middle School's ranking?
Pomona Middle School is ranked #4176 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Pomona Middle School?
574 students attend Pomona Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Pomona Middle School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pomona Middle School?
Pomona Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Pomona Middle School offer ?
Pomona Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Pomona Middle School part of?
Pomona Middle School is part of East Ramapo Central School District (Spring Valley).
School Reviews
5 8/2/2017
It is a great school better than Kakit I can't spell the name but it is I the district. I think Pomana needs a raise.
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