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#2854 of 4,742 schools in NY
Horseheads Intermediate School
Middle School · HORSEHEADS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
952 SING SING RD, Horseheads, NY 14845
Enrollment
574
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
5.8
Grades
5th – 6th
Enrollment
574
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
5.8
Grades
5th – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,854 of 4,742
In Horseheads
#3 of 6
public schools
In district
#4 of 7
HORSEHEADS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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Horseheads Intermediate School
Middle School in Horseheads · grades 5th – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Horseheads Intermediate School
Horseheads Intermediate School is a public middle school in Horseheads, NY, part of HORSEHEADS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Horseheads Intermediate School serves approximately 574 students, and covers grades 5th-6th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Horseheads Intermediate School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,854 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Horseheads Intermediate School show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 5.4
- NY avg 6.1
Score Breakdown
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Horseheads Intermediate School — Students at Horseheads Intermediate School score 42% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
41.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 32 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 5.1/10.
How Horseheads Intermediate School Compares
See how Horseheads Intermediate School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
952 SING SING RD, Horseheads, NY 14845
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Horseheads Intermediate School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. HORSEHEADS MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 5.0/10), with a comparable rating. Another option is COHEN MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 5.0/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Elmira Heights), with a comparable rating. Additionally, ERNIE DAVIS ACADEMY (rated 2.5/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Elmira), a more accessible option. For more schools in Horseheads, see our Horseheads schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HORSEHEADS MIDDLE SCHOOL Horseheads | 0.0 mi | 5.0 |
| GARDNER ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Horseheads | 0.8 mi | 6.4 |
| ST MARY OUR MOTHER SCHOOL Horseheads | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| HORSEHEADS SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Horseheads | 1.8 mi | 8.2 |
| CENTER STREET SCHOOL Horseheads | 1.8 mi | 5.0 |
| RIDGE ROAD SCHOOL Horseheads | 2.6 mi | 3.9 |
| COHEN MIDDLE SCHOOL Elmira Heights | 3.6 mi | 5.0 |
| COHEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elmira Heights | 3.6 mi | 5.2 |
| THOMAS A EDISON HIGH SCHOOL Elmira Heights | 3.6 mi | 8.7 |
| FASSETT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elmira | 4.3 mi | 3.4 |
| FOUNDATIONS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Big Flats | 4.1 mi | 5.0 |
| ERNIE DAVIS ACADEMY Elmira | 5.2 mi | 2.5 |
| BIG FLATS SCHOOL Big Flats | 4.2 mi | 6.6 |
| CHEMUNG VALLEY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Elmira | 4.3 mi | 6.3 |
| DIVEN SCHOOL Elmira | 5.0 mi | 2.7 |
| FINN ACADEMY: AN ELMIRA CHARTER SCHOOL Elmira | 5.7 mi | 3.0 |
| HENDY AVENUE SCHOOL Elmira | 6.3 mi | 2.3 |
| THOMAS K BEECHER SCHOOL Elmira | 6.1 mi | 2.2 |
| ELMIRA PSYCHIATRIC CENTER Elmira | 6.3 mi | — |
| PARLEY COBURN SCHOOL Elmira | 6.7 mi | 3.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14845 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,617
Median Home Value
$183,900
Median Rent
$1,175/mo
Population
20,552
College Educated
35.1%
Homeownership
73.7%
Avg Commute
18.1 min
Poverty Rate
7.2%
Median Age
44.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| A A KINGSTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Potsdam, NY | 5.8 |
| ANGELO PATRI MIDDLE SCHOOL (THE) Bronx, NY | 5.8 |
| EMMA E SHERMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Henrietta, NY | 5.8 |
| HAVILAND MIDDLE SCHOOL Hyde Park, NY | 5.8 |
| NORTH TONAWANDA MIDDLE SCHOOL North Tonawanda, NY | 5.8 |
| ONONDAGA HILL MIDDLE SCHOOL Syracuse, NY | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Horseheads Intermediate School
What grades does Horseheads Intermediate School serve?
Horseheads Intermediate School serves students in grades 5th through 6th.
How many students attend Horseheads Intermediate School?
Horseheads Intermediate School has an enrollment of approximately 574 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Horseheads Intermediate School?
The student-teacher ratio at Horseheads Intermediate School is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Horseheads Intermediate School rank in NY?
Horseheads Intermediate School ranks #2,854 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Horseheads Intermediate School's MySchoolScout rating?
Horseheads Intermediate 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 Horseheads Intermediate School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Horseheads Intermediate School has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Horseheads Intermediate School a charter school?
No, Horseheads Intermediate School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Horseheads Intermediate School a Title I school?
No, Horseheads Intermediate School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Horseheads Intermediate School?
41.1% of students at Horseheads Intermediate 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 5th – 6th
- Enrollment
- 574
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 41.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Chemung County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.8%
- Phone
- (607) 739-6366
Resources & Links
District
HORSEHEADS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 3,826
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,693
- District Rank
- #4 of 7
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