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#407 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 9% in state

Midland School

Elementary School · RYE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

MIDLAND AVE, Rye, NY 10580

Enrollment

452

Student-Teacher

10.5:1

Score

8.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#407 of 4,742

In Rye

#3 of 5

public schools

In district

#3 of 5

RYE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Midland School

8.4/10

Elementary School in Rye · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Midland School

Midland School is a public elementary school in Rye, NY, part of RYE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Midland School serves approximately 452 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Midland School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #407 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Midland School show 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

What's said publicly about Midland School

Sources: School's website

Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.

Midland School is an elementary school within the Rye City School District, located at 312 Midland Avenue 1 . The school is led by Principal James Boylan and Assistant Principal Bianca McHale 1 . Midland School hosts various educational events, including a Science Fair, a 2nd Grade Play titled "Beyond the Backyard Fence," a 1st Grade Mad Science event on "Magnetic Magic," and a Kindergarten Play 1 . The school also participates in district-wide initiatives such as the "No Place for Hate" Pledge Signing and STEAM Night 1 . Additionally, Midland School is involved in community engagement activities, such as a 2nd Grade Community Field Trip and a 4th Grade "Building Bridges" program focused on stuttering awareness 1 . The Rye City School District, which oversees Midland School, has received national recognition for its music education program 1 .
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How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.4 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.5
  • NY avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.8Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.43 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics8.6Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency78.8% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency76.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+25.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+15.6 pts
Overall Proficiency78% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)69% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+8.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile78th
Resources & Environment9.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$32,631
Chronic Absenteeism7.5%

Midland School — Students at Midland School score 78% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 78.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 81.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.0% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 34 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
98%
ELA
94%
2010
Math
95%
ELA
89%
2011
Math
95%
ELA
90%
2012
Math
63%
ELA
61%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
56%
2014
Math
69%
ELA
60%
2015
Math
66%
ELA
69%
2016
Math
73%
ELA
66%
2017
Math
80%
ELA
77%
2018
Math
78%
ELA
79%
2019
Math
78%
ELA
79%
2020*
Math
82%
ELA
97.5%
2021*
Math
78.5%
ELA
96.1%
2022
Math
78.8%
ELA
76.5%

* 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: 7.8/10.

How Midland School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.4/10
91th percentile in NY
Academic
8.6/10
Excellent
Growth
7.8/10
Very Good
Environment
9.8/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
43 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
7.5%

Location

MIDLAND AVE, Rye, NY 10580

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Midland School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MILTON SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is OSBORN SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, HARRISON AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Harrison), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Rye, see our Rye schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
RESURRECTION GRAMMAR SCHOOL Rye 0.2 mi 5.5
RYE HIGH SCHOOL Rye 0.3 mi 9.2
RYE MIDDLE SCHOOL Rye 0.3 mi 8.4
RYE COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Rye 1.0 mi 6.6
MILTON SCHOOL Rye 1.2 mi 8.8
OSBORN SCHOOL Rye 1.2 mi 8.4
JOHN F KENNEDY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port Chester 1.7 mi 3.1
PORT CHESTER MIDDLE SCHOOL Port Chester 2.2 mi 5.1
HARRISON AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL South Glens Falls 1.8 mi 6.3
HARRISON AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Harrison 1.8 mi 8.1
RYE NECK MIDDLE SCHOOL Mamaroneck 2.0 mi 7.9
New Lebanon School Greenwich 2.3 mi 7.4
PARSONS MEMORIAL SCHOOL Harrison 2.0 mi 6.2
PORT CHESTER SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Port Chester 2.6 mi 8.2
LOUIS M KLEIN MIDDLE SCHOOL Harrison 2.0 mi 7.6
PARK AVENUE SCHOOL Port Chester 2.6 mi 6.3
RYE NECK SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Mamaroneck 2.1 mi 9.2
THOMAS A EDISON SCHOOL Port Chester 2.6 mi 6.0
DANIEL WARREN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mamaroneck 2.4 mi 7.7
SCHOOL OF THE HOLY CHILD Rye 2.9 mi 6.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10580 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$242,015

Median Home Value

$1,834,100

Median Rent

$2,764/mo

Population

18,073

College Educated

80.9%

Homeownership

72%

Avg Commute

39.4 min

Poverty Rate

2.8%

Median Age

41.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Midland School

What grades does Midland School serve?

Midland School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Midland School?

Midland School has an enrollment of approximately 452 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Midland School?

The student-teacher ratio at Midland School is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Midland School rank in NY?

Midland School ranks #407 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Midland School's MySchoolScout rating?

Midland School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 Midland School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Midland School has 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Midland School a charter school?

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

Is Midland School a Title I school?

No, Midland School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
45 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
52 Bikeable

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How does Midland School stack up?

MILTON SCHOOL
8.8
OSBORN SCHOOL
8.4
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
452
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
43
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Westchester County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
7.5%

District

RYE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
2,838
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$32,631
District Rank
#3 of 5

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