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#409 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 9% in state

Rye Middle School

Middle School · RYE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

PARSONS ST, Rye, NY 10580

Enrollment

675

Student-Teacher

9.6:1

Score

8.4

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#409 of 4,742

In Rye

#5 of 5

public schools

In district

#5 of 5

RYE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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8.4/10

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About Rye Middle School

Rye Middle School is a public middle school in Rye, NY, part of RYE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Rye Middle School serves approximately 675 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Rye Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #409 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Rye Middle School show 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

What's said publicly about Rye Middle School

Sources: School's website

Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.

Rye Middle School is part of the Rye City School District, which oversees education in an equitable and inclusive environment 1 . The district's Board of Education holds meetings for budget hearings and trustee elections, with events scheduled at the RMS Multipurpose Room 1 . The school community engages in various activities, including the signing of the 'No Place for Hate' pledge 1 . While the provided text lists leadership for multiple schools within the district, it does not explicitly assign a specific principal to Rye Middle School, though it lists principals for Midland, Osborn, Milton, and Rye High School 1 . The district has received national recognition for music education 1 . Additionally, students from Rye High School have achieved state championships in varsity hockey and advanced to National Merit Finalists 1 . The district also hosts events such as the Critical Thinking Expo and STEAM nights 1 .
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  1. www.ryeschools.org
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How it compares2.3 pts above NY schools
  • This school 8.4 · Excellent
  • NY avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 9.6:1 students to teachers, Rye 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.3Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.73 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics8.8Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency75.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency85.8% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+36.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+23 pts
Overall Proficiency81% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)69% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+11.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile81th
Resources & Environment9.8Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$32,631
Chronic Absenteeism6.4%

Rye Middle School — Students at Rye Middle School score 81% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 77.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
33.6% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 81.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.2% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 34 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
97%
ELA
93%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
85%
2011
Math
94%
ELA
88%
2012
Math
71%
ELA
68%
2013
Math
73%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
75%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
71%
ELA
64%
2016
Math
73%
ELA
72%
2017
Math
76%
ELA
74%
2018
Math
71%
ELA
76%
2019
Math
71%
ELA
76%
2020*
Math
77%
ELA
92%
2021*
Math
75.8%
ELA
92.8%
2022
Math
75.7%
ELA
85.8%

* 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: 7.3/10.

How Rye Middle School Compares

See how Rye Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.4/10
91th percentile in NY
Academic
8.8/10
Excellent
Growth
7.3/10
Very Good
Environment
9.8/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
70 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
6.4%

Location

PARSONS ST, Rye, NY 10580

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Rye Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. RYE NECK MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Mamaroneck), with a comparable rating. Another option is LOUIS M KLEIN MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Harrison), with a comparable rating. Additionally, PORT CHESTER MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 5.1/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Port Chester), a more accessible option. For more schools in Rye, see our Rye schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
RYE HIGH SCHOOL Rye 0.0 mi 9.2
RESURRECTION GRAMMAR SCHOOL Rye 0.2 mi 5.5
MIDLAND SCHOOL Rye 0.3 mi 8.4
OSBORN SCHOOL Rye 0.8 mi 8.4
MILTON SCHOOL Rye 1.1 mi 8.8
RYE COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Rye 1.1 mi 6.6
HARRISON AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL South Glens Falls 1.5 mi 6.3
HARRISON AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Harrison 1.5 mi 8.1
JOHN F KENNEDY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port Chester 1.9 mi 3.1
RYE NECK MIDDLE SCHOOL Mamaroneck 1.6 mi 7.9
PARSONS MEMORIAL SCHOOL Harrison 1.6 mi 6.2
LOUIS M KLEIN MIDDLE SCHOOL Harrison 1.7 mi 7.6
RYE NECK SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Mamaroneck 1.8 mi 9.2
PORT CHESTER MIDDLE SCHOOL Port Chester 2.2 mi 5.1
DANIEL WARREN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mamaroneck 2.1 mi 7.7
PORT CHESTER SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Port Chester 2.7 mi 8.2
PARK AVENUE SCHOOL Port Chester 2.8 mi 6.3
New Lebanon School Greenwich 2.5 mi 7.4
SCHOOL OF THE HOLY CHILD Rye 2.9 mi 6.4
F E BELLOWS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mamaroneck 2.4 mi 8.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10580 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$242,015

Median Home Value

$1,834,100

Median Rent

$2,764/mo

Population

18,073

College Educated

80.9%

Homeownership

72%

Avg Commute

39.4 min

Poverty Rate

2.8%

Median Age

41.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Rye Middle School

What grades does Rye Middle School serve?

Rye Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Rye Middle School?

Rye Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 675 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Rye Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Rye Middle School is 9.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Rye Middle School rank in NY?

Rye Middle School ranks #409 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Rye Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Rye Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 Rye Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Rye Middle School has 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Rye Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Rye Middle School a Title I school?

No, Rye Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
43 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
54 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
675
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
70
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Westchester County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
6.4%

District

RYE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
2,838
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$32,631
District Rank
#5 of 5

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