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Olean Intermediate-middle School

School · OLEAN CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

401 WAYNE ST, Olean, NY 14760

Enrollment

544

Student-Teacher

9.2:1

Score

3.9

Grades

3rd – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#4,295 of 4,742

In Olean

#5 of 5

public schools

In district

#4 of 4

OLEAN CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

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Olean Intermediate-middle School

3.9/10

School in Olean · grades 3rd – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.8/10

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About Olean Intermediate-middle School

Olean Intermediate-middle School is a public school in Olean, NY, part of OLEAN CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Olean Intermediate-middle School serves approximately 544 students, and covers grades 3rd-12th, and has a 9.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Olean Intermediate-middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #4,295 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Olean Intermediate-middle School show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.1 pts below district
  • This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 6.0
  • NY avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 9.2:1 students to teachers, Olean Intermediate-middle School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

36% of students at Olean Intermediate-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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress3.4Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.37 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.9Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency26.9% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency29.8% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-20.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-32.5 pts
Overall Proficiency28% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-20.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile20th
College Readiness2.5Needs Improvement30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment6.4Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,161
Chronic Absenteeism35.5%

Olean Intermediate-middle School — Students at Olean Intermediate-middle School score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

59.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 33.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
42.8% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 36.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
55.5% (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
88%
ELA
78%
2010
Math
63%
ELA
53%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
55%
2012
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2013
Math
22%
ELA
21%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
21%
2015
Math
25%
ELA
23%
2016
Math
26%
ELA
22%
2017
Math
30%
ELA
33%
2018
Math
40%
ELA
39%
2019
Math
40%
ELA
39%
2020*
Math
23%
ELA
36%
2021*
Math
23.2%
ELA
36.8%
2022
Math
26.9%
ELA
29.8%

* 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: 3.4/10.

How Olean Intermediate-middle School Compares

See how Olean Intermediate-middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.9/10
9th percentile in NY
Academic
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.4/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
59%
Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
59 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
35.5%

Location

401 WAYNE ST, Olean, NY 14760

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Olean Intermediate-middle School may also want to explore other schools in the area. HINSDALE CENTRAL SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby Hinsdale), which scores notably higher. Another option is SOUTHERN TIER CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ARCHBISHOP WALSH HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Olean, see our Olean schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 13.8 mi
School Distance Rating
OLEAN SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Olean 0.1 mi 5.8
WASHINGTON WEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Olean 0.8 mi 7.3
EAST VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Olean 1.1 mi 6.9
SOUTHERN TIER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Olean 1.1 mi 6.8
ARCHBISHOP WALSH HIGH SCHOOL Olean 1.1 mi 6.8
CATTARAUGUS-ALLEGANY-ERIE-WYOMING BOCES Olean 1.6 mi 5.7
ALLEGANY-LIMESTONE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Allegany 3.0 mi 6.9
ALLEGANY-LIMESTONE MIDDLE-HIGH SCHOOL Allegany 4.9 mi 6.2
HINSDALE CENTRAL SCHOOL Hinsdale 5.8 mi 8.2
PORTVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Portville 6.4 mi 7.4
PORTVILLE JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Portville 6.4 mi 7.7
Otto-Eldred El Sch Eldred 9.3 mi 7.5
Otto-Eldred JSHS Duke Center 10.3 mi 7.0
CUBA-RUSHFORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cuba 12.2 mi 8.0
Floyd C Fretz MS Bradford 12.4 mi 5.2
CUBA-RUSHFORD HIGH SCHOOL Cuba 13.5 mi 9.3
CUBA-RUSHFORD MIDDLE SCHOOL Cuba 13.5 mi 6.0
George Blaisdell El Sch Bradford 13.2 mi 6.9
PARKER-JORDAN ACADEMY Little Gennessee 12.6 mi
THE LEARNING CENTER Bradford 13.8 mi 4.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 14760 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$52,569

Median Home Value

$99,400

Median Rent

$777/mo

Population

17,272

College Educated

27.4%

Homeownership

61%

Avg Commute

16.9 min

Poverty Rate

21.1%

Median Age

42.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Olean Intermediate-middle School

What grades does Olean Intermediate-middle School serve?

Olean Intermediate-middle School serves students in grades 3rd through 12th.

How many students attend Olean Intermediate-middle School?

Olean Intermediate-middle School has an enrollment of approximately 544 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Olean Intermediate-middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Olean Intermediate-middle School is 9.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Olean Intermediate-middle School rank in NY?

Olean Intermediate-middle School ranks #4,295 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Olean Intermediate-middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Olean Intermediate-middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 Olean Intermediate-middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Olean Intermediate-middle School has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Olean Intermediate-middle School a charter school?

No, Olean Intermediate-middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Olean Intermediate-middle School a Title I school?

No, Olean Intermediate-middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Olean Intermediate-middle School?

59.4% of students at Olean Intermediate-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
63 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
47 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 12th
Enrollment
544
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
59
Free/Reduced Lunch
59.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Cattaraugus County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
35.5%

District

OLEAN CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
1,929
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,161
District Rank
#4 of 4

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