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#3793 of 4,742 schools in NY

M Clifford Miller Middle School

Middle School · KINGSTON CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

65 FORDING PL RD, Lake Katrine, NY 12449

Enrollment

792

Student-Teacher

9:1

Score

4.7

Grades

5th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#3,793 of 4,742

In Lake Katrine

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#7 of 10

KINGSTON CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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M Clifford Miller Middle School

4.7/10

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

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About M Clifford Miller Middle School

M Clifford Miller Middle School is a public middle school in Lake Katrine, NY, part of KINGSTON CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. M Clifford Miller Middle School serves approximately 792 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio. M Clifford Miller Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #3,793 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for M Clifford Miller Middle School show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 4.7 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.2
  • NY avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 9:1 students to teachers, M Clifford Miller 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 Progress3.6Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.3 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.1Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency18.3% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency29.9% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-24.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-17.8 pts
Overall Proficiency24% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-24.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile13th
Resources & Environment8.6Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$32,606
Chronic Absenteeism26.9%

M Clifford Miller Middle School — Students at M Clifford Miller Middle School score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

59.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 29.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
35.9% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 33.5% (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
81%
ELA
66%
2010
Math
52%
ELA
41%
2011
Math
50%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
15%
ELA
24%
2013
Math
21%
ELA
21%
2014
Math
34%
ELA
22%
2015
Math
30%
ELA
21%
2016
Math
33%
ELA
25%
2017
Math
26%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
26%
ELA
24%
2019
Math
26%
ELA
24%
2020*
Math
21%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
18.6%
ELA
39%
2022
Math
18.3%
ELA
29.9%

* 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: 3.6/10.

How M Clifford Miller Middle School Compares

See how M Clifford Miller Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.7/10
20th percentile in NY
Academic
3.1/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
3.6/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.6/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
60%
Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
88 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.9%

Location

65 FORDING PL RD, Lake Katrine, NY 12449

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering M Clifford Miller Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. BULKELEY MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 6.4 miles away, in nearby Rhinebeck), which scores notably higher. Another option is J WATSON BAILEY MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Kingston), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, SAUGERTIES JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.5/10, 7.8 miles away, in nearby Saugerties), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Lake Katrine, see our Lake Katrine schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.8 mi
School Distance Rating
E R CROSBY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lake Katrine 0.2 mi 6.4
WRAPAROUND SERVICES OF THE HUDSON VALLEY INC Lake Katrine 0.9 mi 6.0
CHAMBERS SCHOOL Kingston 1.6 mi 4.2
CENTER FOR SPECTRUM SERVICES Kingston 2.2 mi 6.1
KINGSTON HIGH SCHOOL Kingston 3.7 mi 8.0
J WATSON BAILEY MIDDLE SCHOOL Kingston 3.5 mi 5.7
GEORGE WASHINGTON SCHOOL Kingston 3.8 mi 4.9
HARRY L EDSON SCHOOL Kingston 3.6 mi 3.9
JOHN F KENNEDY SCHOOL Kingston 3.9 mi 3.1
KINGSTON CATHOLIC SCHOOL Kingston 4.1 mi 5.7
CHILDREN'S HOME OF KINGSTON Kingston 4.2 mi 7.6
HUDSON VALLEY SUDBURY SCHOOL Kingston 4.2 mi 6.2
ERNEST C MYER SCHOOL Hurley 5.1 mi 5.4
RICCARDI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Saugerties 5.3 mi 5.9
ROBERT R GRAVES SCHOOL Port Ewen 6.0 mi 8.5
WOODSTOCK DAY SCHOOL Saugerties 5.6 mi 6.8
CAHILL SCHOOL Saugerties 7.3 mi 6.7
BULKELEY MIDDLE SCHOOL Rhinebeck 6.4 mi 7.3
RHINEBECK SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Rhinebeck 6.4 mi 8.1
SAUGERTIES JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Saugerties 7.8 mi 5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 12449 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$75,268

Median Home Value

$226,900

Median Rent

$1,571/mo

Population

2,916

College Educated

28.3%

Homeownership

56.7%

Poverty Rate

10.3%

Median Age

50.4

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SOUTH MIDDLE SCHOOL Newburgh, NY 4.7
J TAYLOR FINLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL Huntington, NY 4.8
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EAST MIDDLE SCHOOL West Seneca, NY 4.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about M Clifford Miller Middle School

What grades does M Clifford Miller Middle School serve?

M Clifford Miller Middle School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.

How many students attend M Clifford Miller Middle School?

M Clifford Miller Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 792 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at M Clifford Miller Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at M Clifford Miller Middle School is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does M Clifford Miller Middle School rank in NY?

M Clifford Miller Middle School ranks #3,793 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is M Clifford Miller Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

M Clifford Miller Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 M Clifford Miller Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, M Clifford Miller Middle School has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is M Clifford Miller Middle School a charter school?

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

Is M Clifford Miller Middle School a Title I school?

No, M Clifford Miller Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for M Clifford Miller Middle School?

59.8% of students at M Clifford Miller 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
16 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
792
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
Teachers (FTE)
88
Free/Reduced Lunch
59.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Ulster County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.9%

District

KINGSTON CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
6,284
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$32,606
District Rank
#7 of 10

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