Serving 974 students in grades 6-8, Seneca Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% 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 51% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower 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 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 974 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Seneca Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Seneca Middle School's student population of 974 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 88 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
974 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
88 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Seneca 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 Seneca Middle School is 0.51, 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
#2367 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
20%
30%
Black
4%
16%
White
67%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
54%
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 Seneca Middle School's ranking?
Seneca Middle School is ranked #2367 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Seneca Middle School often compared to?
Seneca Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sayville Middle School, Great Hollow Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Seneca Middle School?
974 students attend Seneca Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Seneca Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Seneca Middle School?
Seneca Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Seneca Middle School offer ?
Seneca Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Seneca Middle School part of?
Seneca Middle School is part of Sachem Central School District.
School Reviews
5 12/6/2007
This school is the best school ever i am a 6th grader at this school from Hiawatha Elementary. This school has a lot of activities for every grade and i love it. this is the best school ever
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