Needs Improvement
#4513 of 4,742 schools in NY
Lyndon H Strough Middle School
Middle School · ROME CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
801 LAUREL ST, Rome, NY 13440
Enrollment
827
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
3.5
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
827
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
3.5
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,513 of 4,742
In Rome
#8 of 10
public schools
In district
#7 of 9
ROME CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
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Lyndon H Strough Middle School
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About Lyndon H Strough Middle School
Lyndon H Strough Middle School is a public middle school in Rome, NY, part of ROME CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Lyndon H Strough Middle School serves approximately 827 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Lyndon H Strough Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #4,513 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Lyndon H Strough Middle School show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
48% of students at Lyndon H Strough Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Lyndon H Strough Middle School — Students at Lyndon H Strough Middle School score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
55.9%
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: 3.2/10.
How Lyndon H Strough Middle School Compares
See how Lyndon H Strough Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
801 LAUREL ST, Rome, NY 13440
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lyndon H Strough Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. WESTMORELAND UPPER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 8.6 miles away, in nearby Westmoreland), which scores notably higher. Another option is ROME FREE ACADEMY (rated 7.2/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, VERNON-VERONA-SHERRILL SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 9.5 miles away, in nearby Verona), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Rome, see our Rome schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 13440 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,497
Median Home Value
$155,800
Median Rent
$863/mo
Population
41,273
College Educated
22.9%
Homeownership
63%
Avg Commute
18.7 min
Poverty Rate
15%
Median Age
41.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lyndon H Strough Middle School
What grades does Lyndon H Strough Middle School serve?
Lyndon H Strough Middle School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Lyndon H Strough Middle School?
Lyndon H Strough Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 827 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lyndon H Strough Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Lyndon H Strough Middle School is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lyndon H Strough Middle School rank in NY?
Lyndon H Strough Middle School ranks #4,513 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Lyndon H Strough Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Lyndon H Strough Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 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 Lyndon H Strough Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lyndon H Strough Middle School has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Lyndon H Strough Middle School a charter school?
No, Lyndon H Strough Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lyndon H Strough Middle School a Title I school?
No, Lyndon H Strough Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lyndon H Strough Middle School?
55.9% of students at Lyndon H Strough 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 827
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 77
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 55.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Oneida County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 47.6%
- Phone
- (315) 338-5201
Resources & Links
District
ROME CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 5,279
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,381
- District Rank
- #7 of 9
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