Serving 679 students in grades 6-8, Veronica E Connor Middle School ranks in the top 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 47% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher 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 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), 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: 679 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Veronica E Connor Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Veronica E Connor Middle School's student population of 679 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
679 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Veronica E Connor Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Veronica E Connor Middle School is 0.31, 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
#1810 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
5%
29%
Black
3%
16%
White
83%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Veronica E Connor Middle School's ranking?
Veronica E Connor Middle School is ranked #1810 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Veronica E Connor Middle School?
679 students attend Veronica E Connor Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Veronica E Connor Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Veronica E Connor Middle School?
Veronica E Connor Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Veronica E Connor Middle School offer ?
Veronica E Connor Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Veronica E Connor Middle School part of?
Veronica E Connor Middle School is part of Grand Island Central School District.
School Reviews
1 10/7/2020
It's the middle of a pandemic and the first week in order to this school, my child has already gotten 3 essays amongst other assignments! The teachers here are very inconsiderate to what families might be going through. Where we moved from the students were given one assignment a day from each class and wouldn't need to do anything such as essays until at least 2 weeks after the first day. We are drowning in work and I'm struggling in between my work and helping my kids. Overall, I'd say if the amount of work your children are getting is manageable and the teachers are considerate, then keep them at that school, this one is the worst!
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