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Horseheads Middle School

Middle School · HORSEHEADS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

950 SING SING RD, Horseheads, NY 14845

Enrollment

542

Student-Teacher

10.4:1

Score

5.0

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#3,578 of 4,742

In Horseheads

#5 of 6

public schools

In district

#6 of 7

HORSEHEADS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

7.2 / 10

Very Good

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Horseheads Middle School

5.0/10

Middle School in Horseheads · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Horseheads Intermediate School

5.8/10

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6.4/10

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About Horseheads Middle School

Horseheads Middle School is a public middle school in Horseheads, NY, part of HORSEHEADS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Horseheads Middle School serves approximately 542 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Horseheads Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,578 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Horseheads Middle School show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.4 pts below district
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • District avg 5.4
  • NY avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.2Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.44 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.6Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency39.1% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency44.3% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-1.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-4.9 pts
Overall Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)56% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-14.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile38th
Resources & Environment7.2Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,693
Chronic Absenteeism23.6%

Horseheads Middle School — Students at Horseheads Middle School score 42% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

38.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 47.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
30.6% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 48.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
54.5% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 32 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
93%
ELA
79%
2010
Math
78%
ELA
54%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
61%
2012
Math
38%
ELA
42%
2013
Math
43%
ELA
41%
2014
Math
50%
ELA
41%
2015
Math
45%
ELA
43%
2016
Math
49%
ELA
49%
2017
Math
54%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
51%
ELA
39%
2019
Math
51%
ELA
39%
2020*
Math
29%
ELA
50%
2021*
Math
22.7%
ELA
50%
2022
Math
39.1%
ELA
44.3%

* 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: 3.2/10.

How Horseheads Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.0/10
25th percentile in NY
Academic
5.6/10
Average
Growth
3.2/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.2/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
38%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
52 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.6%

Location

950 SING SING RD, Horseheads, NY 14845

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Horseheads Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. HORSEHEADS INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL (rated 5.8/10), which scores slightly higher. Another option is COHEN MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 5.0/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Elmira Heights), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ERNIE DAVIS ACADEMY (rated 2.5/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Elmira), a more accessible option. For more schools in Horseheads, see our Horseheads schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.8 mi
School Distance Rating
HORSEHEADS INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Horseheads 0.0 mi 5.8
GARDNER ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Horseheads 0.7 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 2.5 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 4.2 mi 5.0
ERNIE DAVIS ACADEMY Elmira 5.3 mi 2.5
BIG FLATS SCHOOL Big Flats 4.2 mi 6.6
DIVEN SCHOOL Elmira 5.0 mi 2.7
CHEMUNG VALLEY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Elmira 4.4 mi 6.3
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 6.8 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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Horseheads Middle School

What grades does Horseheads Middle School serve?

Horseheads Middle School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend Horseheads Middle School?

Horseheads Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 542 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Horseheads Middle School is 10.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Horseheads Middle School rank in NY?

Horseheads Middle School ranks #3,578 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Horseheads Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Horseheads Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Horseheads Middle School has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Horseheads Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Horseheads Middle School a Title I school?

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

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

38.2% of students at Horseheads 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
9 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
542
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
52
Free/Reduced Lunch
38.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Chemung County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.6%

District

HORSEHEADS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
3,826
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,693
District Rank
#6 of 7

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