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Pine Grove Middle School

Middle School · EAST SYRACUSE MINOA CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

101 SPARTAN WAY, East Syracuse, NY 13057

Enrollment

689

Student-Teacher

10.9:1

Score

5.9

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#2,760 of 4,742

In East Syracuse

#3 of 6

public schools

In district

#3 of 7

EAST SYRACUSE MINOA CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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Pine Grove Middle School

5.9/10

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

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About Pine Grove Middle School

Pine Grove Middle School is a public middle school in East Syracuse, NY, part of EAST SYRACUSE MINOA CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Pine Grove Middle School serves approximately 689 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Pine Grove Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,760 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Pine Grove Middle School show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with NY schools
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • NY avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

Pine Grove Middle School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.6Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.88 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.9Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency36.9% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency50.1% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-2.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-12.7 pts
Overall Proficiency43% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)55% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-11.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile43th
Resources & Environment7.9Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$25,123
Chronic Absenteeism23.7%

Pine Grove Middle School — Students at Pine Grove Middle School score 43% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

41.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 41.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
33.6% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 41.3% (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
87%
ELA
73%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
49%
2011
Math
60%
ELA
53%
2012
Math
30%
ELA
33%
2013
Math
36%
ELA
27%
2014
Math
43%
ELA
27%
2015
Math
44%
ELA
28%
2016
Math
39%
ELA
23%
2017
Math
46%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
29%
ELA
49%
2021*
Math
24.3%
ELA
48.5%
2022
Math
36.9%
ELA
50.1%

* 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: 4.6/10.

How Pine Grove Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.9/10
42th percentile in NY
Academic
5.9/10
Average
Growth
4.6/10
Below Average
Environment
7.9/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
42%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
63 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.7%

Location

101 SPARTAN WAY, East Syracuse, NY 13057

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pine Grove Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. WELLWOOD MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Fayetteville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JAMESVILLE-DEWITT MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Jamesville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in East Syracuse, see our East Syracuse schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.2 mi
School Distance Rating
WOODLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Syracuse 0.1 mi 6.4
EAST SYRACUSE MINOA CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL East Syracuse 0.3 mi 7.7
FREMONT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Syracuse 0.9 mi 5.3
MINOA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Minoa 1.1 mi 4.5
BISHOP GRIMES JR-SR HIGH SCHOOL East Syracuse 1.9 mi 6.2
CREATIVE ENVIRONMENT DAY SCHOOL Fayetteville 3.4 mi
EAST SYRACUSE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Syracuse 2.7 mi 3.4
MOTT ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fayetteville 3.8 mi 7.8
PARK HILL SCHOOL East Syracuse 3.0 mi 3.1
WELLWOOD MIDDLE SCHOOL Fayetteville 4.0 mi 7.7
FAYETTEVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fayetteville 4.1 mi 8.1
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Fayetteville 4.0 mi 5.2
JAMESVILLE-DEWITT HIGH SCHOOL Dewitt 4.2 mi 8.5
MOSES DEWITT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dewitt 3.9 mi 7.1
HOLY CROSS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Syracuse 3.9 mi 5.7
MANLIUS PEBBLE HILL SCHOOL Syracuse 4.2 mi 7.3
THE NEW SCHOOL Syracuse 4.5 mi 5.3
ONONDAGA-CORTLAND-MADISON BOCES Syracuse 4.0 mi 5.0
JAMESVILLE-DEWITT MIDDLE SCHOOL Jamesville 4.6 mi 7.5
HURLBUT W SMITH K-8 SCHOOL Syracuse 4.2 mi 4.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 13057 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$77,908

Median Home Value

$159,800

Median Rent

$990/mo

Population

14,476

College Educated

31.1%

Homeownership

73.9%

Avg Commute

17.4 min

Poverty Rate

7.9%

Median Age

45

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pine Grove Middle School

What grades does Pine Grove Middle School serve?

Pine Grove Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Pine Grove Middle School?

Pine Grove Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 689 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Pine Grove Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Pine Grove Middle School is 10.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Pine Grove Middle School rank in NY?

Pine Grove Middle School ranks #2,760 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Pine Grove Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Pine Grove Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Pine Grove Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Pine Grove Middle School has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Pine Grove Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Pine Grove Middle School a Title I school?

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

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

41.5% of students at Pine Grove 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
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
689
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
63
Free/Reduced Lunch
41.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Onondaga County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.7%

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