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Orchard Park Middle School

Middle School · ORCHARD PARK CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

60 S LINCOLN AVE, Orchard Park, NY 14127

Enrollment

1,056

Student-Teacher

10.6:1

Score

6.2

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#2,446 of 4,742

In Orchard Park

#5 of 6

public schools

In district

#5 of 6

ORCHARD PARK CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

8.2 / 10

Excellent

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Orchard Park Middle School

6.2/10

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

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6.3/10

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About Orchard Park Middle School

Orchard Park Middle School is a public middle school in Orchard Park, NY, part of ORCHARD PARK CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Orchard Park Middle School serves approximately 1,056 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Orchard Park Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,446 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Orchard Park Middle School show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with NY schools
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • NY avg 6.1

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-2.08 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.2Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency50.1% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency67% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+10.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+4.2 pts
Overall Proficiency59% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)64% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-5.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile59th
Resources & Environment8.2Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,396
Chronic Absenteeism14.3%

Orchard Park Middle School — Students at Orchard Park Middle School score 59% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

13%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 51.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
33.6% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 62.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.2% (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
96%
ELA
88%
2010
Math
88%
ELA
81%
2011
Math
83%
ELA
76%
2012
Math
41%
ELA
55%
2013
Math
51%
ELA
45%
2014
Math
54%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
54%
ELA
45%
2016
Math
55%
ELA
48%
2017
Math
63%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
61%
ELA
59%
2019
Math
61%
ELA
59%
2020*
Math
26%
ELA
69%
2021*
Math
23.8%
ELA
68.5%
2022
Math
50.1%
ELA
67%

* 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 Orchard Park Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.2/10
48th percentile in NY
Academic
7.2/10
Very Good
Growth
4.1/10
Below Average
Environment
8.2/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
13%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
100 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.3%

Location

60 S LINCOLN AVE, Orchard Park, NY 14127

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Orchard Park Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. WEST MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 5.0/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby West Seneca), a more accessible option. Another option is EAST MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 4.6/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby West Seneca), a more accessible option. Additionally, LACKAWANNA MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 3.3/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Lackawanna), a more accessible option. For more schools in Orchard Park, see our Orchard Park schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.4 mi
School Distance Rating
SOUTH DAVIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Orchard Park 0.1 mi 6.3
NATIVITY OF OUR LORD SCHOOL Orchard Park 0.2 mi 6.2
ORCHARD PARK HIGH SCHOOL Orchard Park 1.1 mi 8.4
EGGERT ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Orchard Park 1.5 mi 7.4
ELLICOTT ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Orchard Park 1.6 mi 7.0
ST JOHN VIANNEY SCHOOL Orchard Park 3.0 mi 7.2
WINDOM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Orchard Park 2.5 mi 6.0
TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL West Seneca 3.3 mi 5.1
ALLENDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Seneca 3.4 mi 5.3
ARMOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hamburg 2.8 mi 3.4
WEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Seneca 3.5 mi 5.5
WESTERN PSYCHIATRIC CENTER West Seneca 4.2 mi
TRUMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lackawanna 4.0 mi 5.5
WEST SENECA EAST SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL West Seneca 4.9 mi 7.5
WEST SENECA WEST SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL West Seneca 4.9 mi 7.8
EAST MIDDLE SCHOOL West Seneca 5.1 mi 4.6
LACKAWANNA MIDDLE SCHOOL Lackawanna 4.6 mi 3.3
LACKAWANNA HIGH SCHOOL Lackawanna 4.6 mi 6.7
WEST MIDDLE SCHOOL West Seneca 5.2 mi 5.0
CHARLOTTE AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hamburg 4.4 mi 4.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 14127 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$106,071

Median Home Value

$328,700

Median Rent

$1,196/mo

Population

30,783

College Educated

52.6%

Homeownership

73.4%

Avg Commute

20.9 min

Poverty Rate

7%

Median Age

44.7

Similar Schools

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

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FOX LANE MIDDLE SCHOOL Bedford, NY 6.2
IS 51 EDWIN MARKHAM Staten Island, NY 6.2
QUEENSBURY MIDDLE SCHOOL Queensbury, NY 6.2
CORNING-PAINTED POST MIDDLE SCHOOL Painted Post, NY 6.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Orchard Park Middle School

What grades does Orchard Park Middle School serve?

Orchard Park Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Orchard Park Middle School?

Orchard Park Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 1,056 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Orchard Park Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Orchard Park Middle School is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Orchard Park Middle School rank in NY?

Orchard Park Middle School ranks #2,446 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Orchard Park Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Orchard Park Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Orchard Park Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Orchard Park Middle School has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Orchard Park Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Orchard Park Middle School a Title I school?

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

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

13.0% of students at Orchard Park 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
61 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
46 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,056
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
100
Free/Reduced Lunch
13.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Erie County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.3%

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