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#3224 of 4,742 schools in NY
Batavia Middle School
Middle School · BATAVIA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
96 ROSS ST, Batavia, NY 14020
Enrollment
612
Student-Teacher
7.7:1
Score
5.4
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
612
Student-Teacher
7.7:1
Score
5.4
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,224 of 4,742
In Batavia
#3 of 5
public schools
In district
#3 of 4
BATAVIA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
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About Batavia Middle School
Batavia Middle School is a public middle school in Batavia, NY, part of BATAVIA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Batavia Middle School serves approximately 612 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 7.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Batavia Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #3,224 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Batavia Middle School show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 7.7:1 students to teachers, Batavia Middle School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
39% of students at Batavia Middle 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
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Batavia Middle School — Students at Batavia Middle School score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
65.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 36 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 5.2/10.
How Batavia Middle School Compares
See how Batavia Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
96 ROSS ST, Batavia, NY 14020
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Batavia Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. ATTICA SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 10.5 miles away, in nearby Attica), which scores notably higher. Another option is PEMBROKE PRIMARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 7.1 miles away, in nearby East Pembroke), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BATAVIA HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Batavia, see our Batavia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST JOSEPH REGIONAL SCHOOL Batavia | 0.1 mi | 5.2 |
| JOHN KENNEDY SCHOOL Batavia | 0.5 mi | 6.1 |
| ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Batavia | 0.6 mi | 4.7 |
| NEW YORK STATE SCHOOL FOR THE BLIND Batavia | 0.7 mi | 3.8 |
| JACKSON SCHOOL Batavia | 0.9 mi | 3.8 |
| BATAVIA HIGH SCHOOL Batavia | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| NOTRE DAME HIGH SCHOOL Batavia | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| ELBA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elba | 5.3 mi | 5.6 |
| ELBA JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Elba | 5.3 mi | 5.1 |
| OAKFIELD-ALABAMA MIDDLE SCHOOL HIGH SCHOOL Oakfield | 7.3 mi | 7.5 |
| ALEXANDER MIDDLE SCHOOL-HIGH SCHOOL Alexander | 8.0 mi | 5.4 |
| OAKFIELD-ALABAMA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Oakfield | 7.5 mi | 6.0 |
| ALEXANDER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Alexander | 8.2 mi | 5.5 |
| PEMBROKE PRIMARY SCHOOL East Pembroke | 7.1 mi | 7.6 |
| ATTICA JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Attica | 10.5 mi | 6.8 |
| ATTICA SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Attica | 10.5 mi | 8.1 |
| ATTICA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Attica | 10.6 mi | 5.1 |
| GENESEE VALLEY BOCES Le Roy | 9.0 mi | 5.7 |
| BYRON-BERGEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bergen | 10.1 mi | 4.5 |
| BYRON-BERGEN JUNIOR/SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Bergen | 10.3 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14020 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,834
Median Home Value
$148,100
Median Rent
$915/mo
Population
22,209
College Educated
22.7%
Homeownership
64%
Avg Commute
22 min
Poverty Rate
12.5%
Median Age
43.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| AARON MOSSELL JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Lockport, NY | 5.4 |
| BELLPORT MIDDLE SCHOOL Bellport, NY | 5.4 |
| BRONX GREEN MIDDLE SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 5.4 |
| CENTRAL SQUARE MIDDLE SCHOOL Central Square, NY | 5.4 |
| CHARLES H ROTH JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Henrietta, NY | 5.4 |
| COHOES MIDDLE SCHOOL Cohoes, NY | 5.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Batavia Middle School
What grades does Batavia Middle School serve?
Batavia Middle School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend Batavia Middle School?
Batavia Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 612 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Batavia Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Batavia Middle School is 7.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Batavia Middle School rank in NY?
Batavia Middle School ranks #3,224 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Batavia Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Batavia Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Batavia Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Batavia Middle School has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Batavia Middle School a charter school?
No, Batavia Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Batavia Middle School a Title I school?
No, Batavia Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Batavia Middle School?
65.7% of students at Batavia Middle 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 612
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 79
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 65.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Genesee County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.2%
- Phone
- (585) 343-2480
Resources & Links
District
BATAVIA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 2,241
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,739
- District Rank
- #3 of 4
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