Serving 685 students in grades 6-8, Rye Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Asian and 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: 685 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 92% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rye Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Rye Middle School's student population of 685 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
685 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rye Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rye 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
#420 out of 4377 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
10%
Hispanic
9%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
77%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rye Middle School's ranking?
Rye Middle School is ranked #420 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Rye Middle School often compared to?
Rye Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Scarsdale Middle School, Port Chester Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Rye Middle School?
685 students attend Rye Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Rye Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rye Middle School?
Rye Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Rye Middle School offer ?
Rye Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Rye Middle School part of?
Rye Middle School is part of Rye City School District.
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