Very Good
#1396 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 29% in state
Rombout Middle School
Middle School · BEACON CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
84 MATTEAWAN RD, Beacon, NY 12508
Enrollment
582
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
7.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
582
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
7.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,396 of 4,742
In Beacon
#3 of 5
public schools
In district
#3 of 6
BEACON CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Rombout Middle School
Rombout Middle School is a public middle school in Beacon, NY, part of BEACON CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Rombout Middle School serves approximately 582 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Rombout Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,396 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Rombout Middle School show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 9.7:1 students to teachers, Rombout 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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Rombout Middle School — Students at Rombout Middle School score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
45.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 32 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: 7.6/10.
How Rombout Middle School Compares
See how Rombout Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
84 MATTEAWAN RD, Beacon, NY 12508
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Rombout Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. SAN MIGUEL ACADEMY OF NEWBURGH (rated 6.4/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Newburgh), with a comparable rating. Another option is WAPPINGERS JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.4/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby Wappingers Falls), a more accessible option. Additionally, NORA CRONIN PRESENTATION ACADEMY (rated 5.3/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Newburgh), a more accessible option. For more schools in Beacon, see our Beacon schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BEACON HIGH SCHOOL Beacon | 0.2 mi | 8.1 |
| J V FORRESTAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Beacon | 0.6 mi | 8.2 |
| SOUTH AVENUE SCHOOL Beacon | 0.9 mi | 5.1 |
| SARGENT SCHOOL Beacon | 1.3 mi | 5.9 |
| GLENHAM SCHOOL Fishkill | 1.9 mi | 6.3 |
| HORIZON-ON-THE-HUDSON SCHOOL Newburgh | 2.3 mi | 3.4 |
| NORA CRONIN PRESENTATION ACADEMY Newburgh | 3.0 mi | 5.3 |
| BALMVILLE SCHOOL Newburgh | 3.1 mi | 3.2 |
| SOUTH MIDDLE SCHOOL Newburgh | 3.0 mi | 4.7 |
| ST MARY SCHOOL Fishkill | 3.2 mi | 4.8 |
| SAN MIGUEL ACADEMY OF NEWBURGH Newburgh | 3.1 mi | 6.4 |
| GIDNEY AVENUE MEMORIAL SCHOOL Newburgh | 3.1 mi | 2.9 |
| NEWBURGH FREE ACADEMY Newburgh | 3.3 mi | 7.3 |
| NEW WINDSOR SCHOOL New Windsor | 3.7 mi | 7.6 |
| FISHKILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fishkill | 3.7 mi | 5.2 |
| CORNWALL-ON-HUDSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cornwall On Hudson | 5.3 mi | 7.5 |
| THE RANDOLPH SCHOOL Wappingers Falls | 5.5 mi | 6.9 |
| FOSTERTOWN SCHOOL Newburgh | 4.9 mi | 7.3 |
| BLOOMING GROVE ACADEMY LLC New Windsor | 5.0 mi | — |
| WAPPINGERS JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Wappingers Falls | 5.8 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 12508 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$88,510
Median Home Value
$401,500
Median Rent
$1,700/mo
Population
19,519
College Educated
41.5%
Homeownership
57.9%
Avg Commute
38.9 min
Poverty Rate
8.2%
Median Age
41.5
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|---|---|
| CALKINS ROAD MIDDLE SCHOOL Pittsford, NY | 7.3 |
| KODA MIDDLE SCHOOL Clifton Park, NY | 7.3 |
| MS 358 Jamaica, NY | 7.3 |
| PUTNAM VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL Putnam Valley, NY | 7.3 |
| SILAS WOOD 6TH GRADE CENTER Huntington Station, NY | 7.3 |
| STARPOINT MIDDLE SCHOOL Lockport, NY | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Rombout Middle School
What grades does Rombout Middle School serve?
Rombout Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Rombout Middle School?
Rombout Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 582 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Rombout Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Rombout Middle School is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Rombout Middle School rank in NY?
Rombout Middle School ranks #1,396 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Rombout Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Rombout 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 Rombout Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Rombout Middle School has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Rombout Middle School a charter school?
No, Rombout Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Rombout Middle School a Title I school?
No, Rombout Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Rombout Middle School?
45.5% of students at Rombout 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 582
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 60
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 45.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Dutchess County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 29.4%
- Phone
- (845) 838-6900
Resources & Links
District
BEACON CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 2,635
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $29,127
- District Rank
- #3 of 6
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