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Port Chester Middle School
Middle School · PORT CHESTER-RYE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
113 BOWMAN AVE, Port Chester, NY 10573
Enrollment
926
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
5.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
926
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
5.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,509 of 4,742
In Port Chester
#4 of 6
public schools
In district
#4 of 6
PORT CHESTER-RYE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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About Port Chester Middle School
Port Chester Middle School is a public middle school in Port Chester, NY, part of PORT CHESTER-RYE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Port Chester Middle School serves approximately 926 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 10.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Port Chester Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #3,509 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Port Chester Middle School show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at Port Chester 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
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Port Chester Middle School — Students at Port Chester Middle School score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
79.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 4.2/10.
How Port Chester Middle School Compares
See how Port Chester Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
113 BOWMAN AVE, Port Chester, NY 10573
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Port Chester Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. BLIND BROOK-RYE MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Rye Brook), which scores notably higher. Another option is Western Middle School (rated 8.5/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Greenwich), which scores notably higher. Additionally, RYE MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Rye), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Port Chester, see our Port Chester schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PORT CHESTER SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Port Chester | 0.5 mi | 8.2 |
| PARK AVENUE SCHOOL Port Chester | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| JOHN F KENNEDY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port Chester | 0.8 mi | 3.1 |
| WESTCHESTER BOCES Rye Brook | 1.1 mi | — |
| RYE COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Rye | 1.2 mi | 6.6 |
| SCHOOL OF THE HOLY CHILD Rye | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| KING STREET SCHOOL Port Chester | 1.3 mi | 3.5 |
| THOMAS A EDISON SCHOOL Port Chester | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| BRUNO M PONTERIO RIDGE STREET SCHOOL Rye Brook | 1.7 mi | 8.6 |
| BLIND BROOK-RYE MIDDLE SCHOOL Rye Brook | 1.9 mi | 8.7 |
| BLIND BROOK HIGH SCHOOL Rye Brook | 1.9 mi | 9.1 |
| New Lebanon School Greenwich | 1.6 mi | 7.4 |
| RESURRECTION GRAMMAR SCHOOL Rye | 2.1 mi | 5.5 |
| MIDLAND SCHOOL Rye | 2.2 mi | 8.4 |
| RYE HIGH SCHOOL Rye | 2.2 mi | 9.2 |
| RYE MIDDLE SCHOOL Rye | 2.2 mi | 8.4 |
| Western Middle School Greenwich | 1.9 mi | 8.5 |
| THE WINDWARD SCHOOL White Plains | 2.0 mi | 7.4 |
| HARRISON AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Harrison | 2.4 mi | 8.1 |
| HARRISON AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL South Glens Falls | 2.4 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10573 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$110,612
Median Home Value
$649,900
Median Rent
$1,940/mo
Population
40,982
College Educated
43.9%
Homeownership
56.7%
Avg Commute
26.8 min
Poverty Rate
10.6%
Median Age
39.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| A M COSGROVE MIDDLE SCHOOL Spencerport, NY | 5.1 |
| C J HOOKER MIDDLE SCHOOL Goshen, NY | 5.1 |
| DRAPER MIDDLE SCHOOL Schenectady, NY | 5.1 |
| EMMET BELKNAP INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Lockport, NY | 5.1 |
| GATES CHILI MIDDLE SCHOOL Rochester, NY | 5.1 |
| MIDDLETOWN TWIN TOWERS MIDDLE SCHOOL Middletown, NY | 5.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Port Chester Middle School
What grades does Port Chester Middle School serve?
Port Chester Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Port Chester Middle School?
Port Chester Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 926 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Port Chester Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Port Chester Middle School is 10.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Port Chester Middle School rank in NY?
Port Chester Middle School ranks #3,509 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Port Chester Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Port Chester Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Port Chester Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Port Chester Middle School has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Port Chester Middle School a charter school?
No, Port Chester Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Port Chester Middle School a Title I school?
No, Port Chester Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Port Chester Middle School?
79.2% of students at Port Chester 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 926
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 92
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 79.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Westchester County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.0%
- Phone
- (914) 934-7930
Resources & Links
District
PORT CHESTER-RYE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 4,543
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,971
- District Rank
- #4 of 6
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