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Malone Middle School

Middle School · MALONE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

15 FRANCIS ST, Malone, NY 12953

Enrollment

489

Student-Teacher

8.9:1

Score

5.0

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#3,580 of 4,742

In Malone

#3 of 6

public schools

In district

#2 of 5

MALONE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

8.4 / 10

Excellent

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Malone Middle School

5.0/10

Middle School in Malone · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Malone Middle School

Malone Middle School is a public middle school in Malone, NY, part of MALONE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Malone Middle School serves approximately 489 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 8.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Malone Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,580 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Malone Middle School show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.1 pts below NY schools
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • NY avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 8.9:1 students to teachers, Malone 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 Progress4.3Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.3Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency20.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency31.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-19.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-31.6 pts
Overall Proficiency26% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-24.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile15th
Resources & Environment8.4Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio8.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$27,637
Chronic Absenteeism24.7%

Malone Middle School — Students at Malone Middle School score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

54.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 28.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
40.2% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 34.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.2% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 33 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
75%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
46%
ELA
46%
2011
Math
46%
ELA
50%
2012
Math
12%
ELA
21%
2013
Math
21%
ELA
20%
2014
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
27%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
9.8%
ELA
33.8%
2022
Math
20.4%
ELA
31.2%

* 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: 4.3/10.

How Malone Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.0/10
25th percentile in NY
Academic
3.3/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
4.3/10
Below Average
Environment
8.4/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
55%
Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
55 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.7%

Location

15 FRANCIS ST, Malone, NY 12953

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Malone Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. ST LAWRENCE MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 23.1 miles away, in nearby Brasher Falls), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SALMON RIVER MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 5.6/10, 13.5 miles away, in nearby Fort Covington), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Malone, see our Malone schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 32.2 mi
School Distance Rating
DAVIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Malone 0.4 mi 4.9
FLANDERS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Malone 0.5 mi 3.5
SAINT JOSEPH'S ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Malone 0.6 mi 3.9
FRANKLIN-ESSEX-HAMILTON BOCES Malone 0.8 mi 5.7
FRANKLIN ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL Malone 0.9 mi 7.0
BRUSHTON GRADE SCHOOL Brushton 11.0 mi 4.6
BRUSHTON-MOIRA HIGH SCHOOL Brushton 11.0 mi 6.0
CHATEAUGAY HIGH SCHOOL Chateaugay 12.1 mi 6.8
CHATEAUGAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Chateaugay 12.1 mi 3.9
SALMON RIVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Covington 13.5 mi 4.0
SALMON RIVER HIGH SCHOOL Fort Covington 13.5 mi 7.4
SALMON RIVER MIDDLE SCHOOL Fort Covington 13.5 mi 5.6
SAINT REGIS FALLS CENTRAL SCHOOL St. Regis Falls 16.8 mi 6.1
SAINT REGIS MOHAWK SCHOOL Hogansburg 20.2 mi 2.9
NORTHERN ADIRONDACK MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL Ellenburg Depot 22.4 mi 5.4
NORTHERN ADIRONDACK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ellenburg Depot 22.5 mi 4.3
ST LAWRENCE MIDDLE SCHOOL Brasher Falls 23.1 mi 6.2
SAINT LAWRENCE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brasher Falls 23.1 mi 7.8
SAINT LAWRENCE HIGH SCHOOL Brasher Falls 23.1 mi 7.6
BLOOMINGDALE SCHOOL Saranac Lake 32.2 mi 6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 12953 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$64,673

Median Home Value

$123,100

Median Rent

$821/mo

Population

12,842

College Educated

22.9%

Homeownership

64.8%

Avg Commute

15.6 min

Poverty Rate

12.4%

Median Age

41.7

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

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BRIGHTON ACADEMY Syracuse, NY 5.0
HENRY H WELLS MIDDLE SCHOOL Brewster, NY 5.0
HORSEHEADS MIDDLE SCHOOL Horseheads, NY 5.0
IS 254 Bronx, NY 5.0
PERU MIDDLE SCHOOL Peru, NY 5.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Malone Middle School

What grades does Malone Middle School serve?

Malone Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Malone Middle School?

Malone Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 489 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Malone Middle School is 8.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Malone Middle School rank in NY?

Malone Middle School ranks #3,580 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Malone Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Malone 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 Malone Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Malone Middle School has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Malone Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Malone Middle School a Title I school?

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

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

54.6% of students at Malone 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
70 Very Walkable
Bike Score
48 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
489
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
55
Free/Reduced Lunch
54.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Franklin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.7%

District

MALONE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
2,203
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$27,637
District Rank
#2 of 5

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