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#2340 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 49% in state

Hamburg Middle School

Middle School · HAMBURG CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

360 DIVISION ST, Hamburg, NY 14075

Enrollment

751

Student-Teacher

9.8:1

Score

6.3

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#2,340 of 4,742

In Hamburg

#3 of 11

public schools

In district

#2 of 6

HAMBURG CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

8.1 / 10

Excellent

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Hamburg Middle School

6.3/10

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

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About Hamburg Middle School

Hamburg Middle School is a public middle school in Hamburg, NY, part of HAMBURG CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Hamburg Middle School serves approximately 751 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Hamburg Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,340 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Hamburg Middle School show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with NY schools
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • NY avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 9.8:1 students to teachers, Hamburg Middle School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.7Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.82 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.8Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency48.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency55.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-7.4 pts
Overall Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)60% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-8.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile53th
Resources & Environment8.1Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,633
Chronic Absenteeism16.4%

Hamburg Middle School — Students at Hamburg Middle School score 52% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

26.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 52.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
33.6% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 59.2% (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
87%
2010
Math
79%
ELA
69%
2011
Math
83%
ELA
73%
2012
Math
37%
ELA
48%
2013
Math
41%
ELA
40%
2014
Math
54%
ELA
46%
2015
Math
58%
ELA
56%
2016
Math
58%
ELA
58%
2017
Math
63%
ELA
61%
2018
Math
67%
ELA
53%
2019
Math
67%
ELA
53%
2020*
Math
31%
ELA
63%
2021*
Math
25.8%
ELA
61%
2022
Math
48.6%
ELA
55.4%

* 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 Hamburg Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.3/10
51th percentile in NY
Academic
6.8/10
Average
Growth
4.7/10
Below Average
Environment
8.1/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
26%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
77 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.4%

Location

360 DIVISION ST, Hamburg, NY 14075

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hamburg Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. ORCHARD PARK MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Orchard Park), with a very similar rating. Additionally, FRONTIER MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 3.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Hamburg, see our Hamburg schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.6 mi
School Distance Rating
HAMBURG HIGH SCHOOL Hamburg 0.2 mi 8.4
UNION PLEASANT AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hamburg 0.8 mi 3.6
CHARLOTTE AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hamburg 0.8 mi 4.1
RANDOLPH ACADEMYHAMBURG CAMPUS Hamburg 2.1 mi 4.3
BIG TREE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hamburg 2.4 mi 4.1
ARMOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hamburg 1.9 mi 3.4
FRONTIER SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Hamburg 2.5 mi 7.9
ST FRANCIS HIGH SCHOOL Hamburg 3.3 mi 5.9
WINDOM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Orchard Park 3.8 mi 6.0
BLASDELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Blasdell 4.5 mi 3.3
FRONTIER MIDDLE SCHOOL Hamburg 3.4 mi 6.1
CLOVERBANK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hamburg 3.6 mi 6.2
BOSTON VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hamburg 4.3 mi 3.9
TRUMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lackawanna 5.4 mi 5.5
EDEN MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL Eden 5.3 mi 6.5
SOUTH DAVIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Orchard Park 4.6 mi 6.3
MARTIN ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lackawanna 5.9 mi 3.5
ELLICOTT ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Orchard Park 4.5 mi 7.0
ORCHARD PARK MIDDLE SCHOOL Orchard Park 4.7 mi 6.2
G L PRIESS PRIMARY SCHOOL Eden 5.6 mi 7.3

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

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

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GILLETTE ROAD MIDDLE SCHOOL Cicero, NY 6.3
GREGORY B JARVIS MIDDLE SCHOOL Mohawk, NY 6.3
HENRY V BURGER JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL West Henrietta, NY 6.3
JHS 14 SHELL BANK Brooklyn, NY 6.3
PEARL RIVER MIDDLE SCHOOL Pearl River, NY 6.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hamburg Middle School

What grades does Hamburg Middle School serve?

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

How many students attend Hamburg Middle School?

Hamburg Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 751 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Hamburg Middle School is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Hamburg Middle School rank in NY?

Hamburg Middle School ranks #2,340 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Hamburg Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Hamburg Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Hamburg Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Hamburg Middle School has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Hamburg Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Hamburg Middle School a Title I school?

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

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

26.1% of students at Hamburg 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
54 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
751
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
77
Free/Reduced Lunch
26.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Erie County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.4%

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