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Owego-apalachin Middle School

Middle School · OWEGO-APALACHIN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

3 SHELDON GUILE BLVD, Owego, NY 13827

Enrollment

461

Student-Teacher

12.8:1

Score

6.0

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#2,685 of 4,742

In Owego

#3 of 3

public schools

In district

#4 of 4

OWEGO-APALACHIN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

7.6 / 10

Very Good

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Owego-apalachin Middle School

6.0/10

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

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About Owego-apalachin Middle School

Owego-apalachin Middle School is a public middle school in Owego, NY, part of OWEGO-APALACHIN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Owego-apalachin Middle School serves approximately 461 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Owego-apalachin Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,685 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Owego-apalachin Middle School show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with NY schools
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • NY avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.4Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.56 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.6Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency30.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency50.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-8.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-12.4 pts
Overall Proficiency41% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)54% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-13.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile38th
Resources & Environment7.6Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$25,413
Chronic Absenteeism21.9%

Owego-apalachin Middle School — Students at Owego-apalachin Middle School score 41% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

44.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 41.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
33.6% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 48.8% (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
92%
ELA
79%
2010
Math
66%
ELA
58%
2011
Math
64%
ELA
51%
2012
Math
26%
ELA
34%
2013
Math
28%
ELA
33%
2014
Math
33%
ELA
34%
2015
Math
36%
ELA
34%
2016
Math
35%
ELA
39%
2017
Math
39%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
54%
ELA
48%
2019
Math
54%
ELA
48%
2020*
Math
36%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
28.5%
ELA
56.8%
2022
Math
30.7%
ELA
50.4%

* 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: 5.4/10.

How Owego-apalachin Middle School Compares

See how Owego-apalachin Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.0/10
43th percentile in NY
Academic
5.6/10
Average
Growth
5.4/10
Average
Environment
7.6/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
44%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.9%

Location

3 SHELDON GUILE BLVD, Owego, NY 13827

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Owego-apalachin Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. NEWARK VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 5.3/10, 9.0 miles away, in nearby Newark Valley), with a comparable rating. Another option is TIOGA MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 5.2/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Tioga Center), with a comparable rating. Additionally, JENNIE F SNAPP MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 5.2/10, 10.9 miles away, in nearby Endicott), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Owego, see our Owego schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 11.5 mi
School Distance Rating
OWEGO FREE ACADEMY Owego 0.0 mi 7.7
OWEGO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Owego 0.3 mi 7.0
TIOGA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tioga Center 5.7 mi 7.3
TIOGA MIDDLE SCHOOL Tioga Center 5.7 mi 5.2
TIOGA SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Tioga Center 5.7 mi 8.9
APALACHIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Apalachin 7.0 mi 6.8
CANDOR JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Candor 8.4 mi 6.3
CANDOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Candor 8.5 mi 4.3
NATHAN T HALL SCHOOL Newark Valley 9.0 mi 3.6
NEWARK VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL Newark Valley 9.0 mi 5.3
THOMAS J WATSON SR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Endicott 8.1 mi 5.4
NEWARK VALLEY SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Newark Valley 9.9 mi 4.3
TIOGA HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Apalachin 8.7 mi 6.8
ROSS CORNERS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Vestal 9.8 mi 6.4
CHARLES F JOHNSON JR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Endicott 10.0 mi 2.9
ANN G MCGUINNESS ELEMENTAR SCHOOL Endicott 10.2 mi 5.5
LINNAEUS W WEST SCHOOL Endicott 10.3 mi 6.4
JENNIE F SNAPP MIDDLE SCHOOL Endicott 10.9 mi 5.2
MACCORMICK SECURE CENTER Brooktondale 14.7 mi
SETON CATHOLIC AT ALL SAINTS Endicott 11.5 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 13827 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$70,796

Median Home Value

$142,600

Median Rent

$901/mo

Population

11,713

College Educated

28.6%

Homeownership

69%

Avg Commute

25.7 min

Poverty Rate

17.3%

Median Age

42.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Owego-apalachin Middle School

What grades does Owego-apalachin Middle School serve?

Owego-apalachin Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Owego-apalachin Middle School?

Owego-apalachin Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 461 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Owego-apalachin Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Owego-apalachin Middle School is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Owego-apalachin Middle School rank in NY?

Owego-apalachin Middle School ranks #2,685 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Owego-apalachin Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Owego-apalachin Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Owego-apalachin Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Owego-apalachin Middle School has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Owego-apalachin Middle School a charter school?

No, Owego-apalachin Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Owego-apalachin Middle School a Title I school?

No, Owego-apalachin Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Owego-apalachin Middle School?

44.3% of students at Owego-apalachin 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
20 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
461
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Free/Reduced Lunch
44.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Tioga County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.9%

District

OWEGO-APALACHIN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
1,973
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$25,413
District Rank
#4 of 4

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