Below Average
#3886 of 4,742 schools in NY
Otto L Shortell Middle School
Middle School · ONEIDA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
BOX 716, Wampsville, NY 13163
Enrollment
367
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
4.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
367
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
4.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,886 of 4,742
In district
#3 of 6
ONEIDA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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Otto L Shortell Middle School
Middle School in Wampsville · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Otto L Shortell Middle School
Otto L Shortell Middle School is a public middle school in Wampsville, NY, part of ONEIDA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Otto L Shortell Middle School serves approximately 367 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 9.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Otto L Shortell Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #3,886 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Otto L Shortell Middle School show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 9.2:1 students to teachers, Otto L Shortell Middle School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
33% of students at Otto L Shortell 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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Otto L Shortell Middle School — Students at Otto L Shortell Middle School score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
46.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 3.3/10.
How Otto L Shortell Middle School Compares
See how Otto L Shortell Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
BOX 716, Wampsville, NY 13163
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Otto L Shortell Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. CHITTENANGO MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 8.6 miles away, in nearby Chittenango), which scores notably higher. Another option is ROBERTS STREET MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 5.2/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Canastota), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, VERNON-VERONA-SHERRILL MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 3.8/10, 7.3 miles away, in nearby Verona), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Wampsville, see our Wampsville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CANASTOTA HIGH SCHOOL Canastota | 2.1 mi | 5.8 |
| ROBERTS STREET MIDDLE SCHOOL Canastota | 2.1 mi | 5.2 |
| SOUTH SIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Canastota | 2.2 mi | 5.4 |
| PETERBORO STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Canastota | 2.2 mi | 6.8 |
| ONEIDA SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Oneida | 2.6 mi | 7.9 |
| SENECA STREET SCHOOL Oneida | 2.7 mi | 3.8 |
| NORTH BROAD STREET SCHOOL Oneida | 2.8 mi | 3.5 |
| DURHAMVILLE SCHOOL Durhamville | 3.6 mi | 4.6 |
| ST PATRICK'S SCHOOL Oneida | 3.0 mi | 4.6 |
| W F PRIOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Oneida | 3.1 mi | 3.8 |
| HOLY CROSS ACADEMY Oneida | 3.9 mi | 6.0 |
| E A MCALLISTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sherrill | 5.3 mi | 5.9 |
| J D GEORGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Verona | 7.6 mi | 3.6 |
| VERNON-VERONA-SHERRILL SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Verona | 7.3 mi | 7.2 |
| VERNON-VERONA-SHERRILL MIDDLE SCHOOL Verona | 7.3 mi | 3.8 |
| MORRISVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL HIGH SCHOOL Morrisville | 9.7 mi | 8.6 |
| STOCKBRIDGE VALLEY CENTRAL SCHOOL Munnsville | 8.8 mi | 6.8 |
| MADISON-ONEIDA BOCES Verona | 8.5 mi | 5.7 |
| W A WETTEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Vernon | 8.1 mi | 6.0 |
| CHITTENANGO MIDDLE SCHOOL Chittenango | 8.6 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 13163 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,500
Median Home Value
$167,000
Population
334
College Educated
19.6%
Homeownership
100%
Poverty Rate
9.1%
Median Age
41.6
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| DANA L LYON MIDDLE SCHOOL Bath, NY | 4.5 |
| FULTON JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Fulton, NY | 4.5 |
| GEORGE WASHINGTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Jamestown, NY | 4.5 |
| HUDSON FALLS MIDDLE SCHOOL Hudson Falls, NY | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Otto L Shortell Middle School
What grades does Otto L Shortell Middle School serve?
Otto L Shortell Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Otto L Shortell Middle School?
Otto L Shortell Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 367 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Otto L Shortell Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Otto L Shortell Middle School is 9.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Otto L Shortell Middle School rank in NY?
Otto L Shortell Middle School ranks #3,886 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Otto L Shortell Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Otto L Shortell Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Otto L Shortell Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Otto L Shortell Middle School has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Otto L Shortell Middle School a charter school?
No, Otto L Shortell Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Otto L Shortell Middle School a Title I school?
No, Otto L Shortell Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Otto L Shortell Middle School?
46.3% of students at Otto L Shortell 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 367
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 46.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Madison County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.7%
- Phone
- (315) 363-1050
Resources & Links
District
ONEIDA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,775
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,298
- District Rank
- #3 of 6
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