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Saranac Lake Middle School
Middle School · SARANAC LAKE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
79 CANARAS AVE, Saranac Lake, NY 12983
Enrollment
275
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
5.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
275
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
5.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,431 of 4,742
In Saranac Lake
#3 of 4
public schools
In district
#3 of 4
SARANAC LAKE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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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. Saranac Lake Middle School serves approximately 275 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 9.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Saranac Lake Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #3,431 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Saranac Lake Middle School show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 9.2:1 students to teachers, Saranac Lake 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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Saranac Lake Middle School — Students at Saranac Lake Middle School score 39% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
42.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 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: 2.7/10.
How Saranac Lake Middle School Compares
See how Saranac Lake Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
79 CANARAS AVE, Saranac Lake, NY 12983
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Saranac Lake Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. SARANAC LAKE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MOUNTAIN LAKE ACADEMY (rated 8.2/10, 10.5 miles away, in nearby Lake Placid), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SARANAC HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 30.9 miles away, in nearby Saranac), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Saranac Lake, see our Saranac Lake schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 31.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PETROVA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Saranac Lake | 0.0 mi | 4.6 |
| ST BERNARDS SCHOOL Saranac Lake | 0.4 mi | 5.4 |
| SARANAC LAKE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Saranac Lake | 0.4 mi | 8.3 |
| BLOOMINGDALE SCHOOL Saranac Lake | 5.8 mi | 6.2 |
| ST AGNES PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Lake Placid | 7.6 mi | 5.5 |
| LAKE PLACID ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lake Placid | 8.0 mi | 6.6 |
| LAKE PLACID JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Lake Placid | 8.0 mi | 4.8 |
| MOUNTAIN LAKE ACADEMY Lake Placid | 10.5 mi | 8.2 |
| NORTH COUNTRY SCHOOL Lake Placid | 13.7 mi | 7.7 |
| L P QUINN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tupper Lake | 16.7 mi | 3.3 |
| TUPPER LAKE MIDDLE-HIGH SCHOOL Tupper Lake | 17.5 mi | 6.0 |
| NEWCOMB CENTRAL SCHOOL Newcomb | 24.5 mi | 7.4 |
| ADIRONDACK CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Wilmington | 17.9 mi | 5.2 |
| KEENE CENTRAL SCHOOL Keene Valley | 19.6 mi | 6.6 |
| LONG LAKE CENTRAL SCHOOL Long Lake | 28.2 mi | 4.3 |
| AUSABLE FORKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Au Sable Forks | 23.9 mi | 5.8 |
| SARANAC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Saranac | 30.7 mi | 5.6 |
| SARANAC HIGH SCHOOL Saranac | 30.9 mi | 7.8 |
| SARANAC MIDDLE SCHOOL Saranac | 30.9 mi | 4.8 |
| SAINT REGIS FALLS CENTRAL SCHOOL St. Regis Falls | 31.7 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 12983 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,604
Median Home Value
$207,800
Median Rent
$845/mo
Population
7,410
College Educated
42.6%
Homeownership
57%
Avg Commute
14.5 min
Poverty Rate
14.4%
Median Age
44.7
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| IS 219 NEW VENTURE SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 5.2 |
| JHS 22 JORDAN L MOTT Bronx, NY | 5.2 |
| MARCUS WHITMAN MIDDLE SCHOOL Rushville, NY | 5.2 |
| MS 319 MARIE TERESA New York, NY | 5.2 |
| ROBERTS STREET MIDDLE SCHOOL Canastota, NY | 5.2 |
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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 275
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 42.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Franklin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.5%
- Phone
- (518) 891-4221
Resources & Links
District
SARANAC LAKE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,064
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $31,140
- District Rank
- #3 of 4
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