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#3739 of 4,742 schools in NY

Royalton-hartland Middle School

Middle School · ROYALTON-HARTLAND CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

78 STATE ST, Middleport, NY 14105

Enrollment

340

Student-Teacher

10:1

Score

4.8

Grades

5th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#3,739 of 4,742

In Middleport

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#3 of 3

ROYALTON-HARTLAND CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

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Royalton-hartland Middle School

4.8/10

Middle School in Middleport · grades 5th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Royalton-hartland Middle School

Royalton-hartland Middle School is a public middle school in Middleport, NY, part of ROYALTON-HARTLAND CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Royalton-hartland Middle School serves approximately 340 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. Royalton-hartland Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,739 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Royalton-hartland Middle School show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.3 pts below NY schools
  • This school 4.8 · Below Average
  • NY avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

Royalton-hartland Middle 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.0Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.13 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.2Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency38.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-17.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-9 pts
Overall Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)53% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-21.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile23th
Resources & Environment6.9Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,925
Chronic Absenteeism24.4%

Royalton-hartland Middle School — Students at Royalton-hartland Middle School score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

46.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 38.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
35.9% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 43.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
54.9% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 36 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
88%
ELA
81%
2010
Math
61%
ELA
59%
2011
Math
61%
ELA
58%
2012
Math
17%
ELA
30%
2013
Math
26%
ELA
25%
2014
Math
34%
ELA
31%
2015
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
45%
ELA
40%
2019
Math
45%
ELA
40%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
45%
2021*
Math
26%
ELA
47.2%
2022
Math
25%
ELA
38.7%

* 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: 4.0/10.

How Royalton-hartland Middle School Compares

See how Royalton-hartland Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.8/10
21th percentile in NY
Academic
4.2/10
Below Average
Growth
4.0/10
Below Average
Environment
6.9/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
47%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.4%

Location

78 STATE ST, Middleport, NY 14105

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Royalton-hartland Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. AKRON MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 13.0 miles away, in nearby Akron), which scores notably higher. Additionally, EMMET BELKNAP INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL (rated 5.1/10, 11.2 miles away, in nearby Lockport), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Middleport, see our Middleport schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 11.9 mi
School Distance Rating
ROYALTON-HARTLAND HIGH SCHOOL Middleport 0.1 mi 8.5
ORLEANS-NIAGARA BOCES Medina 1.9 mi 5.7
MEDINA JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Medina 3.5 mi 4.2
OAK ORCHARD PRIMARY SCHOOL Medina 3.6 mi 5.0
CLIFFORD WISE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Medina 3.7 mi 4.3
ORLEANS COUNTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Medina 5.5 mi
ROYALTON-HARTLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gasport 5.8 mi 5.8
L A WEBBER MIDDLE-HIGH SCHOOL Lyndonville 8.5 mi 6.6
LYNDONVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lyndonville 8.7 mi 5.1
PRATT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Barker 9.7 mi 6.8
BARKER JUNIOR/SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Barker 9.7 mi 5.3
AKRON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Akron 13.0 mi 7.2
AKRON HIGH SCHOOL Akron 13.0 mi 8.1
AKRON MIDDLE SCHOOL Akron 13.0 mi 7.1
DESALES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Lockport 9.9 mi 5.8
ROY KELLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lockport 11.0 mi 6.1
HENRIETTA G LEWIS CAMPUS SCHOOL Lockport 10.8 mi 7.5
EMMET BELKNAP INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Lockport 11.2 mi 5.1
CHARLES A UPSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lockport 11.6 mi 5.1
LOCKPORT HIGH SCHOOL Lockport 11.9 mi 7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 14105 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$85,208

Median Home Value

$154,900

Median Rent

$594/mo

Population

5,113

College Educated

20.5%

Homeownership

82.8%

Avg Commute

27.8 min

Poverty Rate

5.4%

Median Age

47

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Royalton-hartland Middle School

What grades does Royalton-hartland Middle School serve?

Royalton-hartland Middle School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.

How many students attend Royalton-hartland Middle School?

Royalton-hartland Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 340 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Royalton-hartland Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Royalton-hartland Middle School is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Royalton-hartland Middle School rank in NY?

Royalton-hartland Middle School ranks #3,739 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Royalton-hartland Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Royalton-hartland Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Royalton-hartland Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Royalton-hartland Middle School has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Royalton-hartland Middle School a charter school?

No, Royalton-hartland Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Royalton-hartland Middle School a Title I school?

No, Royalton-hartland Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Royalton-hartland Middle School?

46.5% of students at Royalton-hartland 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
23 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
46 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
340
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Free/Reduced Lunch
46.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Niagara County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.4%

District

ROYALTON-HARTLAND CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
1,198
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,925
District Rank
#3 of 3

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