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#2969 of 4,742 schools in NY
Oneida Middle School
Middle School · SCHENECTADY CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
1629 ONEIDA ST, Schenectady, NY 12308
Enrollment
606
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
5.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
606
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
5.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,969 of 4,742
In Schenectady
#15 of 32
public schools
In district
#4 of 15
SCHENECTADY CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic growth
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Oneida Middle School
Oneida Middle School is a public middle school in Schenectady, NY, part of SCHENECTADY CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Oneida Middle School serves approximately 606 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Oneida Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,969 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Oneida Middle School show 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 4.5
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Oneida Middle School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
53% of students at Oneida 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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Oneida Middle School — Students at Oneida Middle School score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 19 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.1/10.
How Oneida Middle School Compares
See how Oneida Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1629 ONEIDA ST, Schenectady, NY 12308
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Oneida Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. VAN ANTWERP MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is MONT PLEASANT MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 4.2/10, 2.0 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, CENTRAL PARK MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 3.5/10, 1.3 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Schenectady, see our Schenectady schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 12308 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,789
Median Home Value
$180,100
Median Rent
$1,159/mo
Population
13,985
College Educated
29.5%
Homeownership
44.4%
Avg Commute
22.8 min
Poverty Rate
17.8%
Median Age
34.6
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| CHENANGO VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL Binghamton, NY | 5.7 |
| DAKE JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Rochester, NY | 5.7 |
| IS 303 HERBERT S EISENBERG Brooklyn, NY | 5.7 |
| ISLIP MIDDLE SCHOOL Islip, NY | 5.7 |
| JHS 80 MOSHOLU PARKWAY (THE) Bronx, NY | 5.7 |
| JORDAN-ELBRIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL Jordan, NY | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Oneida Middle School
What grades does Oneida Middle School serve?
Oneida Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Oneida Middle School?
Oneida Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 606 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Oneida Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Oneida Middle School is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Oneida Middle School rank in NY?
Oneida Middle School ranks #2,969 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Oneida Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Oneida Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Oneida Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Oneida Middle School has 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
Is Oneida Middle School a charter school?
No, Oneida Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Oneida Middle School a Title I school?
No, Oneida Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 606
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 56
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Schenectady County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 53.3%
- Phone
- (518) 881-3700
Resources & Links
District
SCHENECTADY CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 9,185
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,147
- District Rank
- #4 of 15
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