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Cornwall Middle School

122 Main St
Cornwall, NY 12518
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 30%
Serving 903 students in grades 5-8, Cornwall Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher 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 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 5-8
  • Enrollment: 903 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 43%
  • : Top 30% in NY
  • : 62% (Top 30%)
  • : 67% (Top 20%)
  • : 80-84% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Cornwall Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:

Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools

School Overview

Cornwall Middle School's student population of 903 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 83 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
903 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
83 teachers

School Rankings

Cornwall 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 Cornwall Middle School is 0.60, 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.
This School
State Level (NY)
#940 out of 4377 schools
(Top 30%)
62%
46%
67%
49%
80-84%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
10%
Hispanic
26%
30%
Black
6%
16%
White
57%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.60
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Cornwall Middle School's ranking?
Cornwall Middle School is ranked #940 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Cornwall Middle School often compared to?
Cornwall Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Warwick Valley Middle School, Monroe-woodbury Middle School, Port Jervis Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Cornwall Middle School?
903 students attend Cornwall Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Cornwall Middle School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cornwall Middle School?
Cornwall Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Cornwall Middle School offer ?
Cornwall Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cornwall Middle School part of?
Cornwall Middle School is part of Cornwall Central School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 5-8
  • Enrollment: 903 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 43%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 62% (Top 30%)
  • : 67% (Top 20%)
  • : 80-84% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

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