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Saugerties Junior High School
Middle School · SAUGERTIES CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
CALL BOX A, Saugerties, NY 12477
Enrollment
362
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
5.5
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
362
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
5.5
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,164 of 4,742
In Saugerties
#5 of 5
public schools
In district
#5 of 5
SAUGERTIES CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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Saugerties Junior High School
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About Saugerties Junior High School
Saugerties Junior High School is a public middle school in Saugerties, NY, part of SAUGERTIES CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Saugerties Junior High School serves approximately 362 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 10.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Saugerties Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #3,164 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Saugerties Junior High School show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- NY avg 6.1
Score Breakdown
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Saugerties Junior High School — Students at Saugerties Junior High School score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
48.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 32 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: 5.6/10.
How Saugerties Junior High School Compares
See how Saugerties Junior High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
CALL BOX A, Saugerties, NY 12477
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Saugerties Junior High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. LINDEN AVENUE MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 7.0 miles away, in nearby Red Hook), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, M CLIFFORD MILLER MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 4.7/10, 7.8 miles away, in nearby Lake Katrine), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Saugerties, see our Saugerties schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SAUGERTIES SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Saugerties | 0.0 mi | 8.4 |
| CAHILL SCHOOL Saugerties | 0.5 mi | 6.7 |
| RICCARDI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Saugerties | 2.8 mi | 5.9 |
| MORSE SCHOOL Saugerties | 3.7 mi | 5.6 |
| GERMANTOWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Germantown | 4.4 mi | 8.1 |
| GERMANTOWN JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Germantown | 4.4 mi | 5.8 |
| CENTER FOR SPECTRUM SERVICES Kingston | 6.3 mi | 6.1 |
| MILL ROAD-PRIMARY GRADES Red Hook | 6.1 mi | 7.7 |
| MILL ROAD-INTERMEDIATE GRADES Red Hook | 6.1 mi | 5.2 |
| RED HOOK SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Red Hook | 6.8 mi | 9.0 |
| WRAPAROUND SERVICES OF THE HUDSON VALLEY INC Lake Katrine | 7.2 mi | 6.0 |
| LINDEN AVENUE MIDDLE SCHOOL Red Hook | 7.0 mi | 6.5 |
| DEVEREUX IN NY Red Hook | 6.2 mi | 8.5 |
| E R CROSBY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lake Katrine | 7.6 mi | 6.4 |
| WOODSTOCK DAY SCHOOL Saugerties | 6.2 mi | 6.8 |
| M CLIFFORD MILLER MIDDLE SCHOOL Lake Katrine | 7.8 mi | 4.7 |
| CATSKILL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Catskill | 8.2 mi | 5.2 |
| CHAMBERS SCHOOL Kingston | 9.2 mi | 4.2 |
| CATSKILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Catskill | 9.2 mi | 6.6 |
| CATSKILL SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Catskill | 10.0 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 12477 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,353
Median Home Value
$292,100
Median Rent
$1,239/mo
Population
18,789
College Educated
34.2%
Homeownership
66.7%
Avg Commute
24.4 min
Poverty Rate
7.9%
Median Age
46.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ACADEMY OF HEALTH SCIENCES CHARTER SCHOOL Rochester, NY | 5.5 |
| BEEKMANTOWN MIDDLE SCHOOL West Chazy, NY | 5.5 |
| BRONX WRITING ACADEMY Bronx, NY | 5.5 |
| CROSS HILL ACADEMY Yonkers, NY | 5.5 |
| JHS 131 ALBERT EINSTEIN Bronx, NY | 5.5 |
| MARYVALE MIDDLE SCHOOL Cheektowaga, NY | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Saugerties Junior High School
What grades does Saugerties Junior High School serve?
Saugerties Junior High School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Saugerties Junior High School?
Saugerties Junior High School has an enrollment of approximately 362 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Saugerties Junior High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Saugerties Junior High School is 10.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Saugerties Junior High School rank in NY?
Saugerties Junior High School ranks #3,164 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Saugerties Junior High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Saugerties Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Saugerties Junior High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Saugerties Junior High School has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Saugerties Junior High School a charter school?
No, Saugerties Junior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Saugerties Junior High School a Title I school?
No, Saugerties Junior High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Saugerties Junior High School?
48.3% of students at Saugerties 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 362
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 48.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Ulster County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 29.3%
- Phone
- (845) 247-6561
Resources & Links
District
SAUGERTIES CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 2,327
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $29,399
- District Rank
- #5 of 5
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