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Letchworth Middle School

Middle School · LETCHWORTH CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

5550 SCHOOL RD, Gainesville, NY 14066

Enrollment

261

Student-Teacher

8.4:1

Score

4.9

Grades

5th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#3,660 of 4,742

In Gainesville

#3 of 3

public schools

In district

#3 of 3

LETCHWORTH CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

7.7 / 10

Very Good

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Letchworth Middle School

4.9/10

Middle School in Gainesville · grades 5th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Letchworth Senior High School

8.0/10

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6.5/10

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About Letchworth Middle School

Letchworth Middle School is a public middle school in Gainesville, NY, part of LETCHWORTH CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Letchworth Middle School serves approximately 261 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 8.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Letchworth Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #3,660 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Letchworth Middle School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.2 pts below NY schools
  • This school 4.9 · Below Average
  • NY avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 8.4:1 students to teachers, Letchworth Middle School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Letchworth Middle School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.4Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.97 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.5Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency26.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency28.9% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-16.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-18.8 pts
Overall Proficiency28% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)53% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-25.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile16th
Resources & Environment7.7Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio8.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,831
Chronic Absenteeism19.5%

Letchworth Middle School — Students at Letchworth Middle School score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

46.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 43.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
35.9% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 44.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
54.9% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 36 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
91%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
73%
ELA
48%
2011
Math
63%
ELA
53%
2012
Math
25%
ELA
34%
2013
Math
32%
ELA
24%
2014
Math
40%
ELA
28%
2015
Math
44%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
44%
ELA
31%
2017
Math
51%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
49%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
49%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
34%
ELA
54%
2021*
Math
30.6%
ELA
54.4%
2022
Math
26.4%
ELA
28.9%

* 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: 4.4/10.

How Letchworth Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
4.9/10
23th percentile in NY
Academic
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
4.4/10
Below Average
Environment
7.7/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
46%
Teaching Staff
8:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.5%

Location

5550 SCHOOL RD, Gainesville, NY 14066

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Letchworth Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. ATTICA JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 17.7 miles away, in nearby Attica), which scores notably higher. Another option is WARSAW MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 8.0 miles away, in nearby Warsaw), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DALTON-NUNDA MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 4.5/10, 9.5 miles away, in nearby Nunda), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Gainesville, see our Gainesville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 17.7 mi
School Distance Rating
LETCHWORTH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Gainesville 0.0 mi 8.0
LETCHWORTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gainesville 0.0 mi 6.5
CASTILE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Castile 3.0 mi
WARSAW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Warsaw 7.8 mi 4.7
WARSAW SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Warsaw 8.0 mi 8.0
WARSAW MIDDLE SCHOOL Warsaw 8.0 mi 6.2
PERRY JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Perry 8.8 mi 5.9
PERRY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Perry 9.0 mi 4.6
SILVER LAKE MENNONITE SCHOOL Perry 10.6 mi
FILLMORE CENTRAL SCHOOL Fillmore 11.3 mi 7.7
DALTON-NUNDA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Nunda 9.5 mi 3.9
DALTON-NUNDA SECONDARY SCHOOL Nunda 9.5 mi 5.1
DALTON-NUNDA MIDDLE SCHOOL Nunda 9.5 mi 4.5
WYOMING CENTRAL SCHOOL Wyoming 13.3 mi 4.7
HOUGHTON ACADEMY Houghton 14.3 mi 5.9
MOUNT MORRIS MIDDLE/SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Mount Morris 13.6 mi 6.0
MOUNT MORRIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mount Morris 13.6 mi 4.8
PAVILION JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Pavilion 17.5 mi 5.5
D B BUNCE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pavilion 17.6 mi 4.7
ATTICA JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Attica 17.7 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 14066 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$69,688

Median Home Value

$131,000

Median Rent

$706/mo

Population

1,004

College Educated

23%

Homeownership

89.6%

Avg Commute

23.9 min

Poverty Rate

10.2%

Median Age

50.4

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DRYDEN MIDDLE SCHOOL Dryden, NY 4.9
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EMBLAZE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx, NY 4.9
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JHS 143 ELEANOR ROOSEVELT New York, NY 4.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Letchworth Middle School

What grades does Letchworth Middle School serve?

Letchworth Middle School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.

How many students attend Letchworth Middle School?

Letchworth Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 261 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Letchworth Middle School is 8.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Letchworth Middle School rank in NY?

Letchworth Middle School ranks #3,660 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Letchworth Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Letchworth Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Letchworth Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Letchworth Middle School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Letchworth Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Letchworth Middle School a Title I school?

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

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

46.4% of students at Letchworth 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
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
261
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Free/Reduced Lunch
46.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Wyoming County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.5%

District

LETCHWORTH CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
873
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,831
District Rank
#3 of 3

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