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Auburn Junior High School

Middle School · AUBURN CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

191 FRANKLIN ST, Auburn, NY 13021

Enrollment

619

Student-Teacher

11.3:1

Score

3.5

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#4,487 of 4,742

In Auburn

#7 of 8

public schools

In district

#6 of 7

AUBURN CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

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3.5/10

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About Auburn Junior High School

Auburn Junior High School is a public middle school in Auburn, NY, part of AUBURN CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Auburn Junior High School serves approximately 619 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Auburn Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #4,487 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Auburn Junior High School show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.6 pts below NY schools
  • This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
  • NY avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

42% of students at Auburn Junior High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.0Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.32 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.5Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency24.8% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-18.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-24.4 pts
Overall Proficiency24% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)43% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-19.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile16th
Resources & Environment5.9Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,490
Chronic Absenteeism42%

Auburn Junior High School — Students at Auburn Junior High School score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

76.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 34.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
30.6% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 30.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
54.5% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 32 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
85%
ELA
68%
2010
Math
69%
ELA
54%
2011
Math
70%
ELA
51%
2012
Math
32%
ELA
29%
2013
Math
27%
ELA
25%
2014
Math
31%
ELA
19%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
20%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
19%
2017
Math
28%
ELA
22%
2018
Math
36%
ELA
25%
2019
Math
36%
ELA
25%
2020*
Math
16%
ELA
26%
2021*
Math
14.3%
ELA
26.3%
2022
Math
22.5%
ELA
24.8%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.0/10.

How Auburn Junior High School Compares

See how Auburn Junior High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.5/10
5th percentile in NY
Academic
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
2.0/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.9/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
77%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
55 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
42.0%

Location

191 FRANKLIN ST, Auburn, NY 13021

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Auburn Junior High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. SKANEATELES SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 6.3 miles away, in nearby Skaneateles), which scores notably higher. Another option is SKANEATELES MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 6.3 miles away, in nearby Skaneateles), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JORDAN-ELBRIDGE HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 8.1 miles away, in nearby Jordan), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Auburn, see our Auburn schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.1 mi
School Distance Rating
HERMAN AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Auburn 0.5 mi 3.4
OWASCO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Auburn 1.8 mi 3.9
CREATIVE MINDS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Auburn 1.6 mi
WILLIAM H SEWARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Auburn 2.0 mi 5.9
HILLSIDE CHILDRENS CENTER - FINGER LAKES CAMPUS Auburn 2.2 mi 5.9
AUBURN HIGH SCHOOL Auburn 2.3 mi 6.7
TYBURN ACADEMY OF MARY IMMACULATE Auburn 2.2 mi 6.1
CASEY PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Auburn 1.9 mi 3.6
GENESEE STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Auburn 2.2 mi 3.8
HARRIET TUBMAN RESIDENTIAL CENTER Auburn 2.1 mi
CAYUGA-ONONDAGA BOCES Auburn 4.0 mi 5.7
WEEDSPORT JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Weedsport 7.4 mi 6.1
WEEDSPORT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Weedsport 7.5 mi 4.4
STATE STREET INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Skaneateles 6.1 mi 7.0
A A GATES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port Byron 7.7 mi 4.2
PORT BYRON SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Port Byron 7.7 mi 4.9
WATERMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Skaneateles 6.2 mi 7.7
SKANEATELES SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Skaneateles 6.3 mi 8.6
SKANEATELES MIDDLE SCHOOL Skaneateles 6.3 mi 8.5
JORDAN-ELBRIDGE HIGH SCHOOL Jordan 8.1 mi 8.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 13021 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$58,946

Median Home Value

$169,300

Median Rent

$874/mo

Population

37,479

College Educated

26.6%

Homeownership

62.8%

Avg Commute

20.3 min

Poverty Rate

15.2%

Median Age

43

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CENTRAL PARK MIDDLE SCHOOL Schenectady, NY 3.5
GLOVERSVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Gloversville, NY 3.5
KNICKERBACKER MIDDLE SCHOOL Troy, NY 3.5
LYNDON H STROUGH MIDDLE SCHOOL Rome, NY 3.5
NORTH BRONX SCHOOL OF EMPOWERMENT Bronx, NY 3.5
PS 206 JOSE CELSO BARBOSA New York, NY 3.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Auburn Junior High School

What grades does Auburn Junior High School serve?

Auburn Junior High School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend Auburn Junior High School?

Auburn Junior High School has an enrollment of approximately 619 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Auburn Junior High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Auburn Junior High School is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Auburn Junior High School rank in NY?

Auburn Junior High School ranks #4,487 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Auburn Junior High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Auburn Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Auburn Junior High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Auburn Junior High School has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Auburn Junior High School a charter school?

No, Auburn Junior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Auburn Junior High School a Title I school?

No, Auburn Junior High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Auburn Junior High School?

76.7% of students at Auburn Junior High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
21 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
619
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
55
Free/Reduced Lunch
76.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Cayuga County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
42.0%

District

AUBURN CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
3,888
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,490
District Rank
#6 of 7

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