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#1884 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 40% in state
Richard H O'rourke Middle School
Middle School · BURNT HILLS-BALLSTON LAKE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
173 LAKEHILL RD, Burnt Hills, NY 12027
Enrollment
719
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
6.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
719
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
6.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,884 of 4,742
In Burnt Hills
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#4 of 5
BURNT HILLS-BALLSTON LAKE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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Richard H O'rourke Middle School
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About Richard H O'rourke Middle School
Richard H O'rourke Middle School is a public middle school in Burnt Hills, NY, part of BURNT HILLS-BALLSTON LAKE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Richard H O'rourke Middle School serves approximately 719 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Richard H O'rourke Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,884 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Richard H O'rourke Middle School show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 9.8:1 students to teachers, Richard H O'rourke Middle School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Richard H O'rourke Middle School — Students at Richard H O'rourke Middle School score 59% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
19.3%
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: 5.4/10.
How Richard H O'rourke Middle School Compares
See how Richard H O'rourke Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
173 LAKEHILL RD, Burnt Hills, NY 12027
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Richard H O'rourke Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. BURNT HILLS-BALLSTON LAKE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is GLENDAAL SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Scotia), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SCHENECTADY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 6.4 miles away, in nearby Schenectady), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Burnt Hills, see our Burnt Hills schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BURNT HILLS-BALLSTON LAKE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Burnt Hills | 0.9 mi | 8.6 |
| FRANCIS L STEVENS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ballston Lake | 1.3 mi | 8.1 |
| KETCHUM-GRANDE SCHOOL OF THE CHARLTON SCHOOL. Burnt Hills | 1.4 mi | 5.6 |
| PASHLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Scotia | 1.7 mi | 6.6 |
| OAK HILL SCHOOL Scotia | 1.6 mi | 5.5 |
| CHARLTON HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ballston Lake | 1.5 mi | 6.9 |
| GLENCLIFF SCHOOL Rexford | 3.2 mi | 6.0 |
| GLEN-WORDEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Scotia | 4.3 mi | 7.0 |
| GLENDAAL SCHOOL Scotia | 3.7 mi | 8.5 |
| CRAIG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Schenectady | 5.3 mi | 5.6 |
| YATES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Schenectady | 5.4 mi | 4.2 |
| JESSIE T ZOLLER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Schenectady | 6.0 mi | 6.3 |
| ONEIDA MIDDLE SCHOOL Schenectady | 6.1 mi | 5.7 |
| NISKAYUNA HIGH SCHOOL Schenectady | 6.3 mi | 7.8 |
| SCHENECTADY HIGH SCHOOL Schenectady | 6.4 mi | 8.4 |
| LINCOLN SCHOOL Scotia | 5.9 mi | 6.2 |
| SCOTIA-GLENVILLE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Scotia | 5.9 mi | 8.3 |
| MEKEEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Scotia | 6.2 mi | 6.1 |
| BALLSTON SPA SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Ballston Spa | 6.3 mi | 8.3 |
| OUR WORLD MONTESSORI Niskayuna | 6.8 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 12027 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$106,500
Median Home Value
$312,900
Median Rent
$2,117/mo
Population
4,706
College Educated
53.6%
Homeownership
85.7%
Poverty Rate
5.3%
Median Age
40.5
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| IS 181 PABLO CASALS Bronx, NY | 6.8 |
| JOHANNA PERRIN MIDDLE SCHOOL Fairport, NY | 6.8 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Richard H O'rourke Middle School
What grades does Richard H O'rourke Middle School serve?
Richard H O'rourke Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Richard H O'rourke Middle School?
Richard H O'rourke Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 719 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Richard H O'rourke Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Richard H O'rourke Middle School is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Richard H O'rourke Middle School rank in NY?
Richard H O'rourke Middle School ranks #1,884 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Richard H O'rourke Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Richard H O'rourke Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Richard H O'rourke Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Richard H O'rourke Middle School has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Richard H O'rourke Middle School a charter school?
No, Richard H O'rourke Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Richard H O'rourke Middle School a Title I school?
No, Richard H O'rourke Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Richard H O'rourke Middle School?
19.3% of students at Richard H O'rourke 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
- 719
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 73
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 19.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Schenectady County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.7%
- Phone
- (518) 399-9141
Resources & Links
District
BURNT HILLS-BALLSTON LAKE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 3,147
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,045
- District Rank
- #4 of 5
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