Serving 315 students in grades 6-8, Cleveland Hill 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 38% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 315 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cleveland Hill Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Cleveland Hill Middle School's student population of 315 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
315 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
1950
School Colors
Gold, Blue
School Rankings
Cleveland Hill 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 Cleveland Hill Middle School is 0.71, 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
#2248 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
11%
10%
Hispanic
5%
30%
Black
36%
16%
White
38%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Cleveland Hill Middle School's ranking?
Cleveland Hill Middle School is ranked #2248 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Cleveland Hill Middle School?
315 students attend Cleveland Hill Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Cleveland Hill Middle School students are White, 36% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cleveland Hill Middle School?
Cleveland Hill Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Cleveland Hill Middle School offer ?
Cleveland Hill Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cleveland Hill Middle School part of?
Cleveland Hill Middle School is part of Cleveland Hill Union Free School District.
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