Dryden Middle School

Dryden Middle School is a regular public middle school located in the rural area of Dryden, New York, within Tompkins County. Serving students from sixth to eighth grade, it has an enrollment of 252 students with a student-teacher ratio of 7:1, ensuring that each student receives ample individual attention. The school boasts 36 full-time equivalent teachers dedicated to fostering academic growth and personal development.

Dryden Middle School's MySchoolScout rating is 4.0 out of 10, placing it in the 24th percentile among New York State schools. Academically, Dryden Middle School scores a 2.5/10 on MySchoolScout’s academic performance metric, with 43% of students proficient or above in ELA and reading, and only 20% reaching proficiency in math. These numbers indicate areas where the school is focusing on improvement to better support its students.

While Dryden Middle School currently has room for academic growth, it remains committed to providing a nurturing environment that encourages learning and development within a tight-knit rural community.

While current test scores at Dryden Middle School are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.

With a student-teacher ratio of 7:1, Dryden Middle School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

Located in a rural area, Dryden Middle School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.