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Peekskill Middle School

Middle School · PEEKSKILL CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

212 RINGGOLD ST, Peekskill, NY 10566

Enrollment

841

Student-Teacher

11.5:1

Score

6.1

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#2,552 of 4,742

In Peekskill

#3 of 6

public schools

In district

#3 of 6

PEEKSKILL CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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6.1/10

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About Peekskill Middle School

Peekskill Middle School is a public middle school in Peekskill, NY, part of PEEKSKILL CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Peekskill Middle School serves approximately 841 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Peekskill Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #2,552 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Peekskill Middle School show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

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

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Peekskill Middle School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.8Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.96 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics2.7Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency17.3% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency29.1% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading vs. State Avg-33.7 pts
Overall Proficiency23% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)56% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-32.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile9th
Resources & Environment9.7Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$28,571
Chronic Absenteeism5.5%

Peekskill Middle School — Students at Peekskill Middle School score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

39%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 39.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 36.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
56.0% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 30 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
79%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
51%
ELA
32%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
40%
2012
Math
20%
ELA
14%
2013
Math
22%
ELA
10%
2014
Math
19%
ELA
12%
2015
Math
21%
ELA
14%
2016
Math
24%
ELA
15%
2017
Math
25%
ELA
20%
2018
Math
28%
ELA
23%
2019
Math
28%
ELA
23%
2020*
Math
75%
ELA
69.5%
2021*
Math
75%
ELA
69.8%
2022
Math
17.3%
ELA
29.1%

* 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: 6.8/10.

How Peekskill Middle School Compares

See how Peekskill Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.1/10
46th percentile in NY
Academic
2.7/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
6.8/10
Average
Environment
9.7/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
39%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
73 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
5.5%

Location

212 RINGGOLD ST, Peekskill, NY 10566

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Peekskill Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. PUTNAM VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Putnam Valley), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BLUE MOUNTAIN MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Cortlandt Manor), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Peekskill, see our Peekskill schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.2 mi
School Distance Rating
OAKSIDE SCHOOL Peekskill 0.4 mi 6.4
PEEKSKILL HIGH SCHOOL Peekskill 0.4 mi 7.2
WOODSIDE SCHOOL Peekskill 0.6 mi 6.0
URIAH HILL SCHOOL Peekskill 1.1 mi 4.6
HILLCREST SCHOOL Peekskill 1.1 mi 4.7
ST COLUMBANUS SCHOOL Cortlandt Manor 2.1 mi 6.9
HENDRICK HUDSON HIGH SCHOOL Montrose 2.3 mi 8.6
BUCHANAN-VERPLANCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Buchanan 2.1 mi 6.3
FRANK G LINDSEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Montrose 2.4 mi 6.9
OHR HAMEIR SEMINARY - TIFERETH ISRAEL HIGH SCHOOL Courtland Manor 2.1 mi 4.8
FURNACE WOODS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cortlandt Manor 2.6 mi 8.7
BLUE MOUNTAIN MIDDLE SCHOOL Cortlandt Manor 2.6 mi 6.8
VAN CORTLANDTVILLE SCHOOL Mohegan Lake 3.3 mi 5.7
LINCOLN TITUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Crompond 3.4 mi 7.1
WALTER PANAS HIGH SCHOOL Cortlandt Manor 3.4 mi 8.7
GEORGE WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mohegan Lake 4.3 mi 8.4
FORT MONTGOMERY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Highland Falls 4.6 mi 7.1
STONY POINT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Stony Point 4.7 mi 3.8
PUTNAM VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL Putnam Valley 4.8 mi 7.3
JAMES I O'NEILL HIGH SCHOOL Highland Falls 5.2 mi 8.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10566 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$91,042

Median Home Value

$376,800

Median Rent

$1,895/mo

Population

25,484

College Educated

37.9%

Homeownership

58.4%

Avg Commute

39.8 min

Poverty Rate

10%

Median Age

40.9

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
CAMILLUS MIDDLE SCHOOL Camillus, NY 6.1
FRONTIER MIDDLE SCHOOL Hamburg, NY 6.1
IS 93 RIDGEWOOD Ridgewood, NY 6.1
ISAAC E YOUNG MIDDLE SCHOOL New Rochelle, NY 6.1
MS 180 DR DANIEL HALE WILLIAMS Bronx, NY 6.1
SUFFERN MIDDLE SCHOOL Suffern, NY 6.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Peekskill Middle School

What grades does Peekskill Middle School serve?

Peekskill Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Peekskill Middle School?

Peekskill Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 841 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Peekskill Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Peekskill Middle School is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Peekskill Middle School rank in NY?

Peekskill Middle School ranks #2,552 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Peekskill Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Peekskill Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Peekskill Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Peekskill Middle School has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Peekskill Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Peekskill Middle School a Title I school?

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

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Peekskill Middle School?

39.0% of students at Peekskill 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
84 Very Walkable
Transit Score
45 Some Transit
Bike Score
48 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
841
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
73
Free/Reduced Lunch
39.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Westchester County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
5.5%

District

PEEKSKILL CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
3,791
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$28,571
District Rank
#3 of 6

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