Orchard Park Middle School

Orchard Park Middle School serves 1,056 students in grades 6-8 in this affluent suburban community in Erie County, New York. With 100 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a favorable 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio, allowing for more individualized attention in the classroom. Academically, the school shows mixed performance with room for growth.

Students demonstrate stronger skills in English Language Arts, with 68% achieving proficiency or above across all grade levels. However, mathematics presents an area of focus, with 23% of students meeting proficiency standards. The school ranks in the 44th percentile statewide, placing it at #2667 among New York's 4,758 schools, indicating opportunities for academic improvement.

The school draws from a well-educated and economically stable community where 53% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, and the median household income reaches $100,953. The low poverty rate of 6.9% reflects the area's financial stability, while median home values of $301,600 suggest a desirable residential neighborhood. Orchard Park Middle School operates within a large suburban setting that offers students the benefits of a close-knit community atmosphere while providing access to the resources and opportunities that come with suburban living.