Serving 781 students in grades 6-8, Twelve Corners 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 56% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (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 34% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), 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: 781 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 82% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Twelve Corners Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Twelve Corners Middle School's student population of 781 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 79 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
781 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Twelve Corners 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 Twelve Corners 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
#1001 out of 4377 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
10%
Hispanic
7%
29%
Black
10%
16%
White
66%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
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 Twelve Corners Middle School's ranking?
Twelve Corners Middle School is ranked #1001 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Twelve Corners Middle School often compared to?
Twelve Corners Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brighton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Twelve Corners Middle School?
781 students attend Twelve Corners Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Twelve Corners Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Twelve Corners Middle School?
Twelve Corners Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Twelve Corners Middle School offer ?
Twelve Corners Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Twelve Corners Middle School part of?
Twelve Corners Middle School is part of Brighton Central School District.
School Reviews
5 2/26/2018
Yeah, a couple things about it are funky. But the majority is much better than Bennett Middle
5 7/6/2015
Hi I'm Julia. We just move here couple days from Taiwan. We have two daughters,one is going to be 8 grade another is going to be 7. We all like 12 Corners middle school so we're looking for somewhere to live in your district.
I just want to make sure is this address "141 David Ave,Brighton NY14620" in your district? Thank you for answer me. Julia
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