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Haviland Middle School

Middle School · HYDE PARK CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

PO BOX 721, Hyde Park, NY 12538

Enrollment

750

Student-Teacher

9.4:1

Score

5.8

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#2,856 of 4,742

In Hyde Park

#4 of 5

public schools

In district

#4 of 6

HYDE PARK CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

8.4 / 10

Excellent

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5.8/10

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

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About Haviland Middle School

Haviland Middle School is a public middle school in Hyde Park, NY, part of HYDE PARK CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Haviland Middle School serves approximately 750 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Haviland Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,856 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Haviland Middle School show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.3 pts below NY schools
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • NY avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 9.4:1 students to teachers, Haviland 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 Progress4.8Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.79 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.2Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency27.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency45.8% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-12.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-17 pts
Overall Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)51% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-13.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile34th
Resources & Environment8.4Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$30,833
Chronic Absenteeism29.1%

Haviland Middle School — Students at Haviland Middle School score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

53.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 32.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
33.6% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 43.7% (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
84%
ELA
71%
2010
Math
53%
ELA
48%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
53%
2012
Math
16%
ELA
28%
2013
Math
26%
ELA
27%
2014
Math
33%
ELA
24%
2015
Math
29%
ELA
29%
2016
Math
30%
ELA
30%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
35%
2018
Math
27%
ELA
33%
2019
Math
27%
ELA
33%
2020*
Math
23%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
57.3%
2022
Math
27.5%
ELA
45.8%

* 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: 4.8/10.

How Haviland Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.8/10
40th percentile in NY
Academic
5.2/10
Average
Growth
4.8/10
Below Average
Environment
8.4/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
54%
Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
80 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.1%

Location

PO BOX 721, Hyde Park, NY 12538

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Haviland Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. HOLY TRINITY ANNEX @ ST PETER SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Poughkeepsie), which scores notably higher. Another option is FRANKLIN D ROOSEVELT SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 3.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ANDERSON CENTER FOR AUTISM (rated 8.2/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Staatsburg), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hyde Park, see our Hyde Park schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.1 mi
School Distance Rating
RALPH R SMITH SCHOOL Hyde Park 0.2 mi 4.3
HOLY TRINITY ANNEX @ ST PETER SCHOOL Poughkeepsie 1.9 mi 8.3
MILLENNIAL KINGDOM FAMILY SCHOOL Hyde Park 1.8 mi
VIOLET AVENUE SCHOOL Poughkeepsie 3.1 mi 5.7
NORTH PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hyde Park 3.4 mi 6.0
DUTCHESS BOCES Poughkeepsie 2.9 mi 5.4
NETHERWOOD SCHOOL Hyde Park 2.7 mi 7.1
FRANKLIN D ROOSEVELT SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Hyde Park 3.7 mi 8.2
ANDERSON CENTER FOR AUTISM Staatsburg 4.1 mi 8.2
MORSE YOUNG MAGNET SCHOOL Poughkeepsie 4.6 mi 3.8
WARRING MAGNET ACADEMY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY Poughkeepsie 4.7 mi 5.3
WEST ROAD/D'AQUANNIS INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Pleasant Valley 3.7 mi 5.0
LITTLE WATER PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL Poughkeepsie 4.6 mi 3.5
HIGHLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Highland 4.4 mi 7.0
HOLY TRINITY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie 5.2 mi 5.0
GOV GEORGE CLINTON SCHOOL Poughkeepsie 5.2 mi 5.2
SMITH EARLY LEARNING CENTER Poughkeepsie 5.3 mi 5.9
ARTHUR S MAY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie 5.3 mi 5.8
HIGHLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL Highland 4.6 mi 6.2
HIGHLAND RESIDENTIAL CENTER Highland 4.1 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 12538 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$86,641

Median Home Value

$287,900

Median Rent

$1,190/mo

Population

14,104

College Educated

30.5%

Homeownership

68.3%

Avg Commute

29.3 min

Poverty Rate

10.3%

Median Age

42.6

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NORTH TONAWANDA MIDDLE SCHOOL North Tonawanda, NY 5.8
ONONDAGA HILL MIDDLE SCHOOL Syracuse, NY 5.8
SAMOSET MIDDLE SCHOOL Lake Ronkonkoma, NY 5.8
TURTLE HOOK MIDDLE SCHOOL Uniondale, NY 5.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Haviland Middle School

What grades does Haviland Middle School serve?

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

How many students attend Haviland Middle School?

Haviland Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 750 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Haviland Middle School is 9.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Haviland Middle School rank in NY?

Haviland Middle School ranks #2,856 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Haviland Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Haviland Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Haviland Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Haviland Middle School has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Haviland Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Haviland Middle School a Title I school?

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

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

53.7% of students at Haviland 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
30 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
750
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
80
Free/Reduced Lunch
53.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Dutchess County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.1%

District

HYDE PARK CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
3,515
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$30,833
District Rank
#4 of 6

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