Average
#3431 of 4,742 schools in NY
Saranac Lake Middle School
Middle School · Saranac Lake Central School District · Saranac Lake, NY
A Saranac Lake Central School District middle school where students score 16 points below what's typical for similar communities.
79 CANARAS AVE, Saranac Lake, NY 12983
- Math 28% proficient (2022)
- Reading 50% proficient (2022)
- 9.2:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
Full Profile · 3/3 metricsView breakdown
View breakdown
View breakdown
Students at Saranac Lake Middle School score 39% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).
2022 EdFacts proficiency
Most recent published year. School vs. NY average.
Trend
↑ RecoveringProficiency declined earlier in the 14-year record (2009–2022), then recovered 7 points since 2019, reaching 39% in 2022.
Show all 14 years
Multi-year averages used by the rating model: math 34% (multi-year average, 2009-2022) · reading/ELA 43% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments and EdFacts (NCES).
Equity & diversity
Shown separately, not included in the overall scoreFree/reduced lunch
42.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateThe neighborhood
Where Saranac Lake Middle School sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
Nearby same-level schools are colored by their score. Pins are locations, not attendance boundaries.
Getting around & local context
- Walk 75Very Walkable
- Bike 25Somewhat Bikeable
Powered by
Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
Median income
$64,604
Median home value
$207,800
Median rent
$845/mo
College educated
42.6%
Homeownership
57%
Poverty rate
14.4%
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 12983; this is area context, not an attendance boundary.
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
0 from verified nearby records
No verified same-level alternatives
The available nearby set has no same-level school with a verified grade span.
Saranac Lake Central School District
- Schools in district
- 4
- Rank in district
- #3 of 4
- District spending per student
- $31,140NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
- District child poverty rate
- 11.5%Census SAIPE · 2024
Saranac Lake Middle School is listed in SARANAC LAKE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT; a district label does not verify attendance for an address.
About Saranac Lake Middle School
Saranac Lake Middle School is a public middle school in Saranac Lake, NY, part of Saranac Lake Central School District, serving approximately 275 students in grades 6th-8th with a 9.2:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #3,431 of 4,742 schools in NY. State assessment records show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Saranac Lake Middle School
What grades does Saranac Lake Middle School serve?
Saranac Lake Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Saranac Lake Middle School?
Saranac Lake Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 275 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Saranac Lake Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Saranac Lake Middle School is 9.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Saranac Lake Middle School rank in NY?
Saranac Lake Middle School ranks #3,431 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Saranac Lake Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Saranac Lake Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Saranac Lake Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Saranac Lake Middle School has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Saranac Lake Middle School a charter school?
No, Saranac Lake Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Saranac Lake Middle School a Title I school?
No, Saranac Lake Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Saranac Lake Middle School?
42.2% of students at Saranac Lake 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.
School factsNCES Common Core of Data (CCD) (SY 2023–24)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 275
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Franklin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.5%
- Phone
- (518) 891-4221
- Area population (ZIP 12983)
- 7,410
- Area average commute
- 14.5 min
- Area median age
- 44.7
Official sources & links
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) · SY 2023–24 · Medium confidence
- Source period: SY 2023–24. A newer release may be available.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Math proficiency
- State department of education · 2022 EdFacts · Low confidence
- Older source: 2022 EdFacts. Use as historical context.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Reading/ELA proficiency
- State department of education · 2022 EdFacts · Low confidence
- Older source: 2022 EdFacts. Use as historical context.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Student progress (growth)
- NCES EdFacts · Mixed source periods · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as the fitted year-over-year slope of proficiency from multi-year assessment records.
- Neighborhood (income, housing, education)
- U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates · ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates · Low confidence
- Older source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. Use as historical context.
- Reported for the ZCTA for ZIP 12983; this does not measure the attendance area.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments multi-year average, 2009-2022; directory SY 2023–24
Related reading
- Best Public Schools in New York 2026: Top Districts from NYC to the Suburbsbest schools
- Best Schools in New York, NY — 2026 Rankingsbest schools
- Best States for Public Schools in 2026: A Complete Rankingdata insights
- Charter Schools vs Public Schools: What the Data Actually Shows (2026)school choice
- Student-Teacher Ratio by State: Complete 2026 Rankingsdata insights
Get school insights in your inbox
New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.