Very Good
#1433 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 30% in state
Putnam Valley Middle School
Middle School · PUTNAM VALLEY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
142 PEEKSKILL HOLLOW RD, Putnam Valley, NY 10579
Enrollment
437
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
7.3
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
437
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
7.3
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,433 of 4,742
In Putnam Valley
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#3 of 3
PUTNAM VALLEY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Putnam Valley Middle School
Putnam Valley Middle School is a public middle school in Putnam Valley, NY, part of PUTNAM VALLEY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Putnam Valley Middle School serves approximately 437 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Putnam Valley Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,433 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Putnam Valley Middle School show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- NY avg 6.1
Score Breakdown
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Putnam Valley Middle School — Students at Putnam Valley Middle School score 61% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
22.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 36 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: 5.9/10.
How Putnam Valley Middle School Compares
See how Putnam Valley Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
142 PEEKSKILL HOLLOW RD, Putnam Valley, NY 10579
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Putnam Valley Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. LAKELAND-COPPER BEECH MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Yorktown Heights), with a very similar rating. Additionally, MILDRED E STRANG MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Yorktown Heights), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Putnam Valley, see our Putnam Valley schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PUTNAM VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL Putnam Valley | 0.1 mi | 8.0 |
| GEORGE WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mohegan Lake | 0.8 mi | 8.4 |
| PUTNAM VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Putnam Valley | 1.5 mi | 8.7 |
| LAKELAND HIGH SCHOOL Shrub Oak | 1.3 mi | 8.6 |
| VAN CORTLANDTVILLE SCHOOL Mohegan Lake | 1.7 mi | 5.7 |
| BENJAMIN FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Yorktown Heights | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| LINCOLN TITUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Crompond | 2.5 mi | 7.1 |
| LAKELAND-COPPER BEECH MIDDLE SCHOOL Yorktown Heights | 2.4 mi | 7.3 |
| ST COLUMBANUS SCHOOL Cortlandt Manor | 2.8 mi | 6.9 |
| CROMPOND SCHOOL Yorktown Heights | 3.1 mi | 6.8 |
| WALTER PANAS HIGH SCHOOL Cortlandt Manor | 3.9 mi | 8.7 |
| HILLCREST SCHOOL Peekskill | 3.8 mi | 4.7 |
| MOHANSIC SCHOOL Yorktown Heights | 3.9 mi | 9.4 |
| URIAH HILL SCHOOL Peekskill | 3.9 mi | 4.6 |
| THOMAS JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Yorktown Heights | 3.6 mi | 7.1 |
| YORKTOWN HIGH SCHOOL Yorktown Heights | 4.1 mi | 8.9 |
| MILDRED E STRANG MIDDLE SCHOOL Yorktown Heights | 4.3 mi | 7.0 |
| OHR HAMEIR SEMINARY - TIFERETH ISRAEL HIGH SCHOOL Courtland Manor | 4.9 mi | 4.8 |
| PEEKSKILL HIGH SCHOOL Peekskill | 4.5 mi | 7.2 |
| OAKSIDE SCHOOL Peekskill | 4.5 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10579 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$135,893
Median Home Value
$515,000
Median Rent
$2,723/mo
Population
8,825
College Educated
47.4%
Homeownership
90.3%
Avg Commute
48 min
Poverty Rate
1.8%
Median Age
47.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Putnam Valley Middle School
What grades does Putnam Valley Middle School serve?
Putnam Valley Middle School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend Putnam Valley Middle School?
Putnam Valley Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 437 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Putnam Valley Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Putnam Valley Middle School is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Putnam Valley Middle School rank in NY?
Putnam Valley Middle School ranks #1,433 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Putnam Valley Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Putnam Valley Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Putnam Valley Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Putnam Valley Middle School has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Putnam Valley Middle School a charter school?
No, Putnam Valley Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Putnam Valley Middle School a Title I school?
No, Putnam Valley Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Putnam Valley Middle School?
22.4% of students at Putnam Valley 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
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 437
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 22.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Putnam County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.4%
- Phone
- (845) 528-8101
Resources & Links
District
PUTNAM VALLEY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,531
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $33,249
- District Rank
- #3 of 3
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