Skip to main content

Average

#2533 of 4,742 schools in NY

Frontier Middle School

Middle School · FRONTIER CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

2751 AMSDELL RD, Hamburg, NY 14075

Enrollment

1,077

Student-Teacher

11.7:1

Score

6.1

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#2,533 of 4,742

In Hamburg

#5 of 11

public schools

In district

#3 of 6

FRONTIER CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

Academic performance

7.0 / 10

Very Good

School shortlistprofile + nearby

Shortlisting around Frontier Middle School?

Use this profile as one decision point, then compare nearby options, source confidence, and commute fit before picking a neighborhood around it.

Shortlist starter

Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.

Frontier Middle School

6.1/10

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

Cloverbank Elementary School

6.2/10

0.8 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Southtowns Catholic School

6.0/10

2.6 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Frontier Middle School

Frontier Middle School is a public middle school in Hamburg, NY, part of FRONTIER CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Frontier Middle School serves approximately 1,077 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Frontier Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #2,533 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Frontier Middle School show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with NY schools
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • NY avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.7Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.81 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.0Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
View breakdown
Math Proficiency46.9% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency57.1% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+7.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-5.7 pts
Overall Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)57% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-4.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile56th
Resources & Environment6.9Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
View breakdown
Student-Teacher Ratio11.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,947
Chronic Absenteeism20%

Frontier Middle School — Students at Frontier Middle School score 52% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

36.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 53.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
33.6% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 56.6% (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
97%
ELA
86%
2010
Math
83%
ELA
66%
2011
Math
81%
ELA
66%
2012
Math
37%
ELA
43%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
39%
2014
Math
64%
ELA
49%
2015
Math
61%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
59%
ELA
56%
2017
Math
60%
ELA
65%
2018
Math
65%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
65%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
38%
ELA
53%
2021*
Math
28.3%
ELA
52.8%
2022
Math
46.9%
ELA
57.1%

* 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: 4.7/10.

How Frontier Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.1/10
47th percentile in NY
Academic
7.0/10
Very Good
Growth
4.7/10
Below Average
Environment
6.9/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
36%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
92 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.0%

Location

2751 AMSDELL RD, Hamburg, NY 14075

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Frontier Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. HAMBURG HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 3.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is FRONTIER SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 3.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HIGHLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Derby), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hamburg, see our Hamburg schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.8 mi
School Distance Rating
CLOVERBANK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hamburg 0.8 mi 6.2
SOUTHTOWNS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Lake View 2.6 mi 6.0
PINEHURST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lake View 2.4 mi 6.0
ST FRANCIS HIGH SCHOOL Hamburg 2.8 mi 5.9
RANDOLPH ACADEMYHAMBURG CAMPUS Hamburg 3.1 mi 4.3
UNION PLEASANT AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hamburg 3.4 mi 3.6
HAMBURG HIGH SCHOOL Hamburg 3.4 mi 8.4
HAMBURG MIDDLE SCHOOL Hamburg 3.4 mi 6.3
FRONTIER SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Hamburg 3.9 mi 7.9
BIG TREE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hamburg 3.9 mi 4.1
EDEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Eden 5.3 mi 6.3
G L PRIESS PRIMARY SCHOOL Eden 5.3 mi 7.3
EDEN MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL Eden 5.3 mi 6.5
CHARLOTTE AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hamburg 4.1 mi 4.1
HIGHLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Derby 4.5 mi 7.5
BLASDELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Blasdell 5.5 mi 3.3
ARMOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hamburg 5.1 mi 3.4
AL-RASHEED ACADEMY Lackawanna 6.7 mi 7.1
WINDOM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Orchard Park 5.9 mi 6.0
MARTIN ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lackawanna 6.8 mi 3.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 14075 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$82,083

Median Home Value

$246,100

Median Rent

$1,129/mo

Population

44,588

College Educated

37.9%

Homeownership

74.1%

Avg Commute

23.8 min

Poverty Rate

6.2%

Median Age

46.5

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
CAMILLUS MIDDLE SCHOOL Camillus, NY 6.1
IS 93 RIDGEWOOD Ridgewood, NY 6.1
ISAAC E YOUNG MIDDLE SCHOOL New Rochelle, NY 6.1
MS 180 DR DANIEL HALE WILLIAMS Bronx, NY 6.1
PEEKSKILL MIDDLE SCHOOL Peekskill, NY 6.1
SUFFERN MIDDLE SCHOOL Suffern, NY 6.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Frontier Middle School

What grades does Frontier Middle School serve?

Frontier Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Frontier Middle School?

Frontier Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 1,077 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Frontier Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Frontier Middle School is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Frontier Middle School rank in NY?

Frontier Middle School ranks #2,533 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Frontier Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Frontier Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Frontier Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Frontier Middle School has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Frontier Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Frontier Middle School a Title I school?

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

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

36.2% of students at Frontier 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.

11 schools nearby View map →

Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
7 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

Powered by Walk Score

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,077
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
92
Free/Reduced Lunch
36.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Erie County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.0%

District

FRONTIER CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
4,617
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,947
District Rank
#3 of 6

How we rate schools

A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.

See how we rate

Related reading

Get school insights in your inbox

New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.

We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.