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Pomona Middle School

Middle School · EAST RAMAPO CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT (SPRING VALLEY)

101 POMONA RD, Suffern, NY 10901

Enrollment

618

Student-Teacher

13.1:1

Score

3.7

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#4,412 of 4,742

In Suffern

#7 of 8

public schools

In district

#9 of 14

EAST RAMAPO CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT (SPRING VALLEY)

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Pomona Middle School

3.7/10

Middle School in Suffern · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Pomona Middle School

Pomona Middle School is a public middle school in Suffern, NY, part of EAST RAMAPO CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT (SPRING VALLEY). Pomona Middle School serves approximately 618 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Pomona Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #4,412 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Pomona Middle School show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 3.8
  • NY avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

37% of students at Pomona 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.3Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.42 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics1.9Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency2.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency24.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-38.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-25 pts
Overall Proficiency13% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-27.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile4th
Resources & Environment6.8Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$33,521
Chronic Absenteeism36.9%

Pomona Middle School — Students at Pomona Middle School score 13% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

82.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 17.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
30.6% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 23.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
54.5% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 32 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
73%
ELA
54%
2010
Math
37%
ELA
29%
2011
Math
44%
ELA
32%
2012
Math
13%
ELA
20%
2013
Math
13%
ELA
16%
2014
Math
11%
ELA
14%
2015
Math
15%
ELA
23%
2016
Math
12%
ELA
25%
2017
Math
12%
ELA
21%
2018
Math
14%
ELA
22%
2019
Math
14%
ELA
22%
2020*
Math
6%
ELA
19%
2021*
Math
5.7%
ELA
19%
2022
Math
2.5%
ELA
24.2%

* 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 Pomona Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
3.7/10
7th percentile in NY
Academic
1.9/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
3.3/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.8/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
82%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
47 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
36.9%

Location

101 POMONA RD, Suffern, NY 10901

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pomona Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. KAKIAT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 4.9/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Spring Valley), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LIME KILN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 3.0/10, 1.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Suffern, see our Suffern schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
ATERES BAIS YAAKOV ACADEMY OF ROCKLAND Spring Valley 0.4 mi 6.0
BAIS YAAKOV CHOFETZ CHAIM OF POMONA Pomona 0.7 mi 5.2
CONGREGATION YESHIVA OF GREATER MONSEY Spring Valley 1.1 mi 5.2
SUMMIT PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New City 1.0 mi 3.7
OHR CHADASH OF MONSEY Pomona 1.2 mi
HEMPSTEAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Spring Valley 1.6 mi 3.5
LIME KILN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Suffern 1.2 mi 3.0
MESIVTA AHAVAS HATORAH Spring Valley 1.6 mi 5.1
YESHIVA OHR TORAH Monsey 1.6 mi 6.7
GRANDVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Monsey 1.7 mi 5.4
RAMAPO HIGH SCHOOL Spring Valley 2.2 mi 6.2
BAS MIKROH GIRLS SCHOOL Spring Valley 2.3 mi 4.5
CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL New City 1.9 mi 7.9
YESHIVA NER TORAH Monsey 2.0 mi
KAKIAT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Spring Valley 2.5 mi 4.9
EAST RAMAPO EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER AT KAKIAT Spring Valley 2.5 mi 5.8
ADOLPH SCHREIBER HEBREW ACADEMY New City 2.1 mi 5.1
TIFERET TORAH - SEPHARDIC HERITAGE CENTER Suffern 2.1 mi
YESHIVA TZOIN YOSEF Monsey 2.8 mi 5.3
YESHIVA BETH MIKROH Monsey 2.5 mi 5.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10901 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$114,651

Median Home Value

$490,700

Median Rent

$1,746/mo

Population

26,224

College Educated

47.5%

Homeownership

72.7%

Avg Commute

29.8 min

Poverty Rate

9.3%

Median Age

40

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
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NEWARK MIDDLE SCHOOL Newark, NY 3.7
PULASKI STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Riverhead, NY 3.7
RIVERHEAD MIDDLE SCHOOL Riverhead, NY 3.8
SOLVAY MIDDLE SCHOOL Syracuse, NY 3.8
WEST MIDDLE SCHOOL Binghamton, NY 3.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pomona Middle School

What grades does Pomona Middle School serve?

Pomona Middle School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend Pomona Middle School?

Pomona Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 618 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Pomona Middle School is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Pomona Middle School rank in NY?

Pomona Middle School ranks #4,412 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Pomona Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Pomona Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 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 Pomona Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Pomona Middle School has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Pomona Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Pomona Middle School a Title I school?

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

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

82.2% of students at Pomona 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
22 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
618
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
47
Free/Reduced Lunch
82.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Rockland County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
36.9%

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