Serving 455 students in grades 6-8, Circleville Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (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 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 455 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Circleville Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Circleville Middle School's student population of 455 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
455 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Year Founded
1976
School Rankings
Circleville 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 Circleville Middle School is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2773 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
33%
30%
Black
23%
16%
White
35%
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
42%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Circleville Middle School's ranking?
Circleville Middle School is ranked #2773 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Circleville Middle School often compared to?
Circleville Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Middle School 247 Dual Language Middle School, Albert Leonard Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Circleville Middle School?
455 students attend Circleville Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Circleville Middle School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Circleville Middle School?
Circleville Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Circleville Middle School offer ?
Circleville Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Circleville Middle School part of?
Circleville Middle School is part of Pine Bush Central School District.
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