Serving 751 students in grades 6-8, Hamburg 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 49% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (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 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 751 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hamburg Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hamburg Middle School's student population of 751 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
751 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
School Rankings
Hamburg 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 Hamburg Middle School is 0.15, 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
#1718 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
3%
30%
Black
1%
16%
White
92%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Hamburg Middle School's ranking?
Hamburg Middle School is ranked #1718 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Hamburg Middle School often compared to?
Hamburg Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eden Middle & High School, Orchard Park Middle School, Frontier Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Hamburg Middle School?
751 students attend Hamburg Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Hamburg Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hamburg Middle School?
Hamburg Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hamburg Middle School offer ?
Hamburg Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hamburg Middle School part of?
Hamburg Middle School is part of Hamburg Central School District.
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