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#703 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 15% in state

Orville a Todd Middle School

Middle School · SPACKENKILL UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

11 CROFT RD, Poughkeepsie, NY 12603

Enrollment

389

Student-Teacher

9.5:1

Score

8.0

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#703 of 4,742

In Poughkeepsie

#2 of 21

public schools

In district

#2 of 4

SPACKENKILL UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Orville a Todd Middle School

8.0/10

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

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About Orville a Todd Middle School

Orville a Todd Middle School is a public middle school in Poughkeepsie, NY, part of SPACKENKILL UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Orville a Todd Middle School serves approximately 389 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Orville a Todd Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #703 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Orville a Todd Middle School show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.9 pts above NY schools
  • This school 8.0 · Excellent
  • NY avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 9.5:1 students to teachers, Orville a Todd 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 Progress7.3Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.72 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics7.5Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency66.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+12.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+3.5 pts
Overall Proficiency59% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)60% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-1.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile63th
Resources & Environment9.7Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$30,075
Chronic Absenteeism10.3%

Orville a Todd Middle School — Students at Orville a Todd Middle School score 59% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

25.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 55.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
33.6% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 61.7% (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
94%
ELA
81%
2010
Math
69%
ELA
60%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
65%
2012
Math
39%
ELA
44%
2013
Math
43%
ELA
41%
2014
Math
51%
ELA
39%
2015
Math
48%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
51%
2017
Math
51%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
53%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
53%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
57%
ELA
77%
2021*
Math
51.3%
ELA
76.8%
2022
Math
52%
ELA
66.3%

* 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: 7.3/10.

How Orville a Todd Middle School Compares

See how Orville a Todd Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.0/10
85th percentile in NY
Academic
7.5/10
Very Good
Growth
7.3/10
Very Good
Environment
9.7/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
25%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
41 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.3%

Location

11 CROFT RD, Poughkeepsie, NY 12603

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Orville a Todd Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. SPACKENKILL HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is OAKWOOD FRIENDS SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, TABERNACLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.7/10, 2.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Poughkeepsie, see our Poughkeepsie schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
OAKWOOD FRIENDS SCHOOL Poughkeepsie 0.4 mi 8.3
SPACKENKILL HIGH SCHOOL Poughkeepsie 0.7 mi 8.9
HAGAN SCHOOL Poughkeepsie 0.9 mi 7.1
NASSAU SCHOOL Poughkeepsie 1.3 mi 4.3
G W KRIEGER SCHOOL Poughkeepsie 1.7 mi 4.0
OAK GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie 2.1 mi 5.0
TABERNACLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Poughkeepsie 2.2 mi 7.7
POUGHKEEPSIE MIDDLE SCHOOL Poughkeepsie 2.2 mi 5.3
POUGHKEEPSIE HIGH SCHOOL Poughkeepsie 2.3 mi 6.1
POUGHKEEPSIE DAY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie 1.9 mi
SMITH EARLY LEARNING CENTER Poughkeepsie 2.5 mi 5.9
GOV GEORGE CLINTON SCHOOL Poughkeepsie 2.6 mi 5.2
HOLY TRINITY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie 2.7 mi 5.0
ST MARTIN DE PORRES SCHOOL Poughkeepsie 2.2 mi 5.0
WARRING MAGNET ACADEMY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY Poughkeepsie 3.1 mi 5.3
MORSE YOUNG MAGNET SCHOOL Poughkeepsie 3.2 mi 3.8
KINRY ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie 2.5 mi 4.6
ARTHUR S MAY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie 2.9 mi 5.8
LITTLE WATER PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL Poughkeepsie 3.4 mi 3.5
VASSAR ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie 2.7 mi 3.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 12603 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$104,185

Median Home Value

$342,000

Median Rent

$1,626/mo

Population

41,513

College Educated

46.9%

Homeownership

71.8%

Avg Commute

29.6 min

Poverty Rate

8%

Median Age

43.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Orville a Todd Middle School

What grades does Orville a Todd Middle School serve?

Orville a Todd Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Orville a Todd Middle School?

Orville a Todd Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 389 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Orville a Todd Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Orville a Todd Middle School is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Orville a Todd Middle School rank in NY?

Orville a Todd Middle School ranks #703 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Orville a Todd Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Orville a Todd Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Orville a Todd Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Orville a Todd Middle School has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Orville a Todd Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Orville a Todd Middle School a Title I school?

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

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Orville a Todd Middle School?

25.2% of students at Orville a Todd 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
43 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
389
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Free/Reduced Lunch
25.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Dutchess County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.3%

District

SPACKENKILL UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
1,584
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$30,075
District Rank
#2 of 4

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