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Blue Mountain Middle School

Middle School · HENDRICK HUDSON CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

PO BOX 14, Cortlandt Manor, NY 10567

Enrollment

528

Student-Teacher

9.6:1

Score

6.8

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#1,900 of 4,742

In Cortlandt Manor

#3 of 3

public schools

In district

#4 of 5

HENDRICK HUDSON CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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6.8/10

Middle School in Cortlandt Manor · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Blue Mountain Middle School

Blue Mountain Middle School is a public middle school in Cortlandt Manor, NY, part of HENDRICK HUDSON CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Blue Mountain Middle School serves approximately 528 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Blue Mountain Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,900 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Blue Mountain Middle School show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.7 pts above NY schools
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • NY avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 9.6:1 students to teachers, Blue Mountain Middle School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Blue Mountain Middle School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.0Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.73 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.8Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency55.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47.3% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+15.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-15.5 pts
Overall Proficiency51% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)58% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-6.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile53th
Resources & Environment9.5Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$36,242
Chronic Absenteeism13.6%

Blue Mountain Middle School — Students at Blue Mountain Middle School score 51% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

31.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 55.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
33.6% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 57.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.2% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 34 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
95%
ELA
86%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
68%
2011
Math
80%
ELA
70%
2012
Math
37%
ELA
44%
2013
Math
45%
ELA
37%
2014
Math
58%
ELA
40%
2015
Math
58%
ELA
43%
2016
Math
55%
ELA
46%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
50%
2018
Math
59%
ELA
48%
2019
Math
59%
ELA
48%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
70%
2021*
Math
40%
ELA
69.5%
2022
Math
55.2%
ELA
47.3%

* 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: 5.0/10.

How Blue Mountain Middle School Compares

See how Blue Mountain Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.8/10
60th percentile in NY
Academic
6.8/10
Average
Growth
5.0/10
Average
Environment
9.5/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
31%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
55 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.6%

Location

PO BOX 14, Cortlandt Manor, NY 10567

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Blue Mountain Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. PIERRE VAN CORTLANDT SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Croton-On-Hudson), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PEEKSKILL MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Peekskill), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Cortlandt Manor, see our Cortlandt Manor schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.6 mi
School Distance Rating
FURNACE WOODS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cortlandt Manor 0.2 mi 8.7
OHR HAMEIR SEMINARY - TIFERETH ISRAEL HIGH SCHOOL Courtland Manor 0.6 mi 4.8
WALTER PANAS HIGH SCHOOL Cortlandt Manor 1.9 mi 8.7
WOODSIDE SCHOOL Peekskill 2.2 mi 6.0
PEEKSKILL HIGH SCHOOL Peekskill 2.5 mi 7.2
HILLCREST SCHOOL Peekskill 2.7 mi 4.7
PEEKSKILL MIDDLE SCHOOL Peekskill 2.6 mi 6.1
LINCOLN TITUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Crompond 3.0 mi 7.1
OAKSIDE SCHOOL Peekskill 2.9 mi 6.4
HENDRICK HUDSON HIGH SCHOOL Montrose 2.6 mi 8.6
URIAH HILL SCHOOL Peekskill 3.2 mi 4.6
FRANK G LINDSEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Montrose 2.7 mi 6.9
CARRIE E TOMPKINS SCHOOL Croton-On-Hudson 3.6 mi 7.7
HOLY NAME OF MARY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Croton-On-Hudson 3.6 mi
VAN CORTLANDTVILLE SCHOOL Mohegan Lake 3.7 mi 5.7
CROTON-HARMON HIGH SCHOOL Croton-On-Hudson 3.8 mi 9.0
ST COLUMBANUS SCHOOL Cortlandt Manor 3.7 mi 6.9
PIERRE VAN CORTLANDT SCHOOL Croton-On-Hudson 3.9 mi 7.9
BUCHANAN-VERPLANCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Buchanan 3.1 mi 6.3
GEORGE WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mohegan Lake 4.6 mi 8.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10567 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$152,334

Median Home Value

$532,600

Median Rent

$1,913/mo

Population

20,260

College Educated

51.4%

Homeownership

92.8%

Avg Commute

41.3 min

Poverty Rate

4.5%

Median Age

42.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Blue Mountain Middle School

What grades does Blue Mountain Middle School serve?

Blue Mountain Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Blue Mountain Middle School?

Blue Mountain Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 528 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Blue Mountain Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Blue Mountain Middle School is 9.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Blue Mountain Middle School rank in NY?

Blue Mountain Middle School ranks #1,900 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Blue Mountain Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Blue Mountain Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Blue Mountain Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Blue Mountain Middle School has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Blue Mountain Middle School a charter school?

No, Blue Mountain Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Blue Mountain Middle School a Title I school?

No, Blue Mountain Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Blue Mountain Middle School?

31.4% of students at Blue Mountain 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
21 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
528
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
55
Free/Reduced Lunch
31.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Westchester County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.6%

District

HENDRICK HUDSON CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
2,220
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$36,242
District Rank
#4 of 5

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