Very Good
#1536 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 32% in state
Rondout Valley Junior High School
Middle School · RONDOUT VALLEY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
PO BOX 9, Accord, NY 12404
Enrollment
269
Student-Teacher
8.2:1
Score
7.2
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
269
Student-Teacher
8.2:1
Score
7.2
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,536 of 4,742
In Accord
#3 of 5
public schools
In district
#3 of 5
RONDOUT VALLEY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic growth
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Rondout Valley Junior High School
Middle School in Accord · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Rondout Valley Junior High School
Rondout Valley Junior High School is a public middle school in Accord, NY, part of RONDOUT VALLEY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Rondout Valley Junior High School serves approximately 269 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 8.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Rondout Valley Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,536 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Rondout Valley Junior High School show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- District avg 7.0
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Rondout Valley Junior High School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 8.2:1 students to teachers, Rondout Valley Junior High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Rondout Valley Junior High School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Rondout Valley Junior High School — Students at Rondout Valley Junior High School score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
37.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.3/10.
How Rondout Valley Junior High School Compares
See how Rondout Valley Junior High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 9, Accord, NY 12404
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Rondout Valley Junior High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. RONDOUT VALLEY INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10), with a comparable rating. Another option is J WATSON BAILEY MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 11.7 miles away, in nearby Kingston), a more accessible option. Additionally, NEW PALTZ MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 5.5/10, 7.6 miles away, in nearby New Paltz), a more accessible option. For more schools in Accord, see our Accord schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RONDOUT VALLEY INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Accord | 0.0 mi | 6.8 |
| RONDOUT VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL Accord | 0.2 mi | 7.7 |
| MARBLETOWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Accord | 3.4 mi | 8.4 |
| HIGH MEADOW SCHOOL Stone Ridge | 3.6 mi | 6.3 |
| KERHONKSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Accord | 6.1 mi | 6.7 |
| ULSTER BOCES New Paltz | 6.7 mi | 5.7 |
| MOUNTAIN LAUREL WALDORF SCHOOL New Paltz | 7.1 mi | 6.6 |
| DUZINE SCHOOL New Paltz | 7.1 mi | 7.4 |
| NEW PALTZ MIDDLE SCHOOL New Paltz | 7.6 mi | 5.5 |
| MONTESSORI OF NEW PALTZ New Paltz | 8.6 mi | — |
| LENAPE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New Paltz | 8.8 mi | 6.6 |
| NEW PALTZ SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL New Paltz | 8.6 mi | 9.0 |
| GROWING CIRCLE MONTESSORI Gardiner | 9.8 mi | — |
| ERNEST C MYER SCHOOL Hurley | 10.0 mi | 5.4 |
| HARRY L EDSON SCHOOL Kingston | 11.6 mi | 3.9 |
| J WATSON BAILEY MIDDLE SCHOOL Kingston | 11.7 mi | 5.7 |
| HIGHLAND HIGH SCHOOL Highland | 11.1 mi | 7.8 |
| WALLKILL SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Wallkill | 14.1 mi | 8.0 |
| OSTRANDER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wallkill | 14.3 mi | 7.4 |
| GEORGE WASHINGTON SCHOOL Kingston | 11.9 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 12404 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,297
Median Home Value
$367,300
Median Rent
$1,132/mo
Population
4,046
College Educated
48.3%
Homeownership
80.6%
Avg Commute
35.7 min
Poverty Rate
16.9%
Median Age
46.8
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| BROOKLYN ENVIRONMENTAL EXPLORATION SCHOOL (BEES) Brooklyn, NY | 7.2 |
| LAUNCH EXPEDITIONARY LEARNING CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 7.2 |
| LOWVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Lowville, NY | 7.2 |
| MS 935 Brooklyn, NY | 7.2 |
| SHEFA SCHOOL New York, NY | 7.2 |
| THOUSAND ISLANDS MIDDLE SCHOOL Clayton, NY | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Rondout Valley Junior High School
What grades does Rondout Valley Junior High School serve?
Rondout Valley Junior High School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Rondout Valley Junior High School?
Rondout Valley Junior High School has an enrollment of approximately 269 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Rondout Valley Junior High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Rondout Valley Junior High School is 8.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Rondout Valley Junior High School rank in NY?
Rondout Valley Junior High School ranks #1,536 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Rondout Valley Junior High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Rondout Valley Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Rondout Valley Junior High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Rondout Valley Junior High School has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).
Is Rondout Valley Junior High School a charter school?
No, Rondout Valley Junior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Rondout Valley Junior High School a Title I school?
No, Rondout Valley Junior High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Rondout Valley Junior High School?
37.9% of students at Rondout Valley Junior High 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
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 269
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 37.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Ulster County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.3%
- Phone
- (845) 687-2400
Resources & Links
District
RONDOUT VALLEY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,732
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $39,260
- District Rank
- #3 of 5
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