Serving 473 students in grades 5-8, Putnam Valley Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 61% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% 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: 5-8
- Enrollment: 473 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Putnam Valley Middle School's student population of 473 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
473 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Putnam Valley Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Putnam Valley Middle School is 0.54, 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
#1130 out of 4377 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
30%
29%
Black
3%
16%
White
61%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Putnam Valley Middle School's ranking?
Putnam Valley Middle School is ranked #1130 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Putnam Valley Middle School often compared to?
Putnam Valley Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Putnam Valley Elementary School, Mahopac Middle School, Putnam Valley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Putnam Valley Middle School?
473 students attend Putnam Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Putnam Valley Middle School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Putnam Valley Middle School?
Putnam Valley Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Putnam Valley Middle School offer ?
Putnam Valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Putnam Valley Middle School part of?
Putnam Valley Middle School is part of Putnam Valley Central School District.
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