Otto L Shortell Middle School

Otto L Shortell Middle School is a regular public middle school located in Wampsville, New York. Serving grades six through eight, the school has an enrollment of 367 students with a student-teacher ratio of 9.2:1, ensuring that each student receives individualized attention from its 40 full-time equivalent teachers. Despite having a MySchoolScout Rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranking 27th percentile among New York schools, the school continues to focus on academic development and offers supportive learning environments for all students.

In recent state assessments, 40% of students were proficient in ELA/Reading, while 23% showed proficiency in Math, indicating areas where there is room for growth. Set in a small town setting, Otto L Shortell Middle School provides a close-knit community atmosphere that nurtures the social and emotional well-being of its middle schoolers.

While current test scores at Otto L Shortell Middle School are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.

With a student-teacher ratio of 9.2:1, Otto L Shortell Middle School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.