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#3735 of 4,742 schools in NY

Oneonta Middle School

Middle School · ONEONTA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

130 EAST ST, Oneonta, NY 13820

Enrollment

378

Student-Teacher

9.4:1

Score

4.8

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#3,735 of 4,742

In Oneonta

#4 of 5

public schools

In district

#4 of 5

ONEONTA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

7.0 / 10

Very Good

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4.8/10

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

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About Oneonta Middle School

Oneonta Middle School is a public middle school in Oneonta, NY, part of ONEONTA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Oneonta Middle School serves approximately 378 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Oneonta Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,735 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Oneonta Middle School show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.3 pts below NY schools
  • This school 4.8 · Below Average
  • NY avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 9.4:1 students to teachers, Oneonta 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 Progress4.1Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.07 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.9Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency21.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency38.8% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-19.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-24 pts
Overall Proficiency30% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)54% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-23.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile19th
Resources & Environment7.0Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,833
Chronic Absenteeism28.3%

Oneonta Middle School — Students at Oneonta Middle School score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

44.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 40.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
30.6% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 45.5% (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
88%
ELA
75%
2010
Math
52%
ELA
55%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
56%
2012
Math
26%
ELA
35%
2013
Math
32%
ELA
24%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
32%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
40%
ELA
38%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
34%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
33%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
33%
2020*
Math
28%
ELA
56%
2021*
Math
27.3%
ELA
56.8%
2022
Math
21.6%
ELA
38.8%

* 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: 4.1/10.

How Oneonta Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
4.8/10
21th percentile in NY
Academic
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
4.1/10
Below Average
Environment
7.0/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
44%
Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
40 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
28.3%

Location

130 EAST ST, Oneonta, NY 13820

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Oneonta Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. UNATEGO JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 11.2 miles away, in nearby Otego), which scores notably higher. Another option is ONEONTA SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10), which scores notably higher. Additionally, THE SCHOOL AT SPRINGBROOK (rated 7.5/10, 5.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Oneonta, see our Oneonta schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 16.5 mi
School Distance Rating
ONEONTA SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Oneonta 0.0 mi 7.5
VALLEYVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Oneonta 1.0 mi 6.1
RIVERSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Oneonta 2.0 mi 4.8
GREATER PLAINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Oneonta 2.0 mi 5.0
LAURENS CENTRAL SCHOOL Laurens 4.7 mi 6.5
THE SCHOOL AT SPRINGBROOK Oneonta 5.6 mi 7.5
OTSEGO CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Otego 8.0 mi 7.4
OTSEGO CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Otego 8.0 mi 7.4
MILFORD CENTRAL SCHOOL Milford 9.7 mi 5.7
FRANKLIN CENTRAL SCHOOL Franklin 10.8 mi 6.2
UNATEGO JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Otego 11.2 mi 8.3
UNATEGO MIDDLE SCHOOL Otego 11.2 mi 6.7
CHARLOTTE VALLEY SCHOOL Davenport 10.3 mi 3.0
MORRIS CENTRAL SCHOOL Morris 11.5 mi 7.4
DELAWARE ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL Delhi 15.4 mi 5.9
DELAWARE ACADEMY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Delhi 15.5 mi 6.2
SCHENEVUS CENTRAL SCHOOL Schenevus 13.1 mi 6.2
COOPERSTOWN JUNIOR/SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Cooperstown 16.3 mi 6.1
COOPERSTOWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cooperstown 16.5 mi 5.4
UNADILLA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Unadilla 16.5 mi 3.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 13820 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$66,217

Median Home Value

$176,300

Median Rent

$983/mo

Population

22,954

College Educated

39.7%

Homeownership

64.1%

Avg Commute

17.9 min

Poverty Rate

18.4%

Median Age

32

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EUGENE BROOKS INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Amenia, NY 4.8
NEWFANE MIDDLE SCHOOL Newfane, NY 4.8
ROOSEVELT SCHOOL Ossining, NY 4.8
ROYALTON-HARTLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL Middleport, NY 4.8
SARANAC MIDDLE SCHOOL Saranac, NY 4.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Oneonta Middle School

What grades does Oneonta Middle School serve?

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

How many students attend Oneonta Middle School?

Oneonta Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 378 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Oneonta Middle School is 9.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Oneonta Middle School rank in NY?

Oneonta Middle School ranks #3,735 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Oneonta Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Oneonta Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Oneonta Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Oneonta Middle School has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Oneonta Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Oneonta Middle School a Title I school?

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

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

44.4% of students at Oneonta 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
11 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
27 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
378
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
40
Free/Reduced Lunch
44.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Otsego County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
28.3%

District

ONEONTA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
1,667
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,833
District Rank
#4 of 5

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