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#155 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 3% in state

Scarsdale Middle School

Middle School · SCARSDALE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

134 MAMARONECK RD, Scarsdale, NY 10583

Enrollment

1,125

Student-Teacher

11.5:1

Score

8.9

Grades

6th – 11th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#155 of 4,742

In Scarsdale

#9 of 12

public schools

In district

#7 of 7

SCARSDALE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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8.9/10

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About Scarsdale Middle School

Scarsdale Middle School is a public middle school in Scarsdale, NY, part of SCARSDALE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Scarsdale Middle School serves approximately 1,125 students, and covers grades 6th-11th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Scarsdale Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10 and ranks #155 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Scarsdale Middle School show 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.8 pts above NY schools
  • This school 8.9 · Excellent
  • NY avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.3Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.12 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics8.9Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency84% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency83.3% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+44.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+20.5 pts
Overall Proficiency84% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)69% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+14.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile84th
Resources & Environment9.8Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$35,198
Chronic Absenteeism6.4%

Scarsdale Middle School — Students at Scarsdale Middle School score 84% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 81.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
33.6% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 82.1% (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

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
97%
ELA
95%
2010
Math
91%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
94%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
66%
ELA
70%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
66%
2014
Math
75%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
80%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
78%
ELA
69%
2017
Math
85%
ELA
81%
2018
Math
86%
ELA
84%
2019
Math
86%
ELA
84%
2020*
Math
79%
ELA
91%
2021*
Math
78.8%
ELA
91%
2022
Math
84%
ELA
83.4%

* 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: 8.3/10.

How Scarsdale Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.9/10
97th percentile in NY
Academic
8.9/10
Excellent
Growth
8.3/10
Excellent
Environment
9.8/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
98 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
6.4%

Location

134 MAMARONECK RD, Scarsdale, NY 10583

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Scarsdale Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. WINDWARD SCHOOL THE (rated 7.0/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby White Plains), a more accessible option. Additionally, WHITE PLAINS MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby White Plains), a more accessible option. For more schools in Scarsdale, see our Scarsdale schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
HEATHCOTE SCHOOL Scarsdale 0.6 mi 9.4
KODOMONO KUNI White Plains 0.9 mi
SCARSDALE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Scarsdale 0.9 mi 9.4
FOX MEADOW SCHOOL Scarsdale 1.1 mi 9.1
GREENACRES SCHOOL Scarsdale 1.3 mi 9.3
GEORGE M DAVIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New Rochelle 1.4 mi 7.1
WHITE PLAINS MIDDLE SCHOOL White Plains 1.5 mi 6.7
EDGEWOOD SCHOOL Scarsdale 1.3 mi 9.1
QUAKER RIDGE SCHOOL Scarsdale 1.7 mi 9.3
RIDGEWAY SCHOOL White Plains 1.4 mi 7.7
ARCHBISHOP STEPINAC HIGH SCHOOL White Plains 1.5 mi 5.3
IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY SCHOOL Scarsdale 1.5 mi 5.0
POST ROAD SCHOOL White Plains 1.9 mi 5.3
OUR LADY OF SORROWS SCHOOL White Plains 1.6 mi 5.8
WESTCHESTER TORAH ACADEMY New Rochelle 1.9 mi 7.6
IONA PREPARATORY LOWER SCHOOL New Rochelle 2.0 mi 6.3
WINDWARD SCHOOL THE White Plains 1.6 mi 7.0
MAMARONECK AVENUE SCHOOL White Plains 2.1 mi 6.6
HIGHVIEW SCHOOL Hartsdale 2.2 mi 6.8
EDGEMONT JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Scarsdale 1.8 mi 8.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10583 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$250,001

Median Home Value

$1,131,700

Median Rent

$2,476/mo

Population

40,612

College Educated

80.8%

Homeownership

85.1%

Avg Commute

40 min

Poverty Rate

3.3%

Median Age

43.2

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
GREAT NECK SOUTH MIDDLE SCHOOL Great Neck, NY 9.0
JOHN F KENNEDY MIDDLE SCHOOL Bethpage, NY 8.8
HERRICKS MIDDLE SCHOOL Albertson, NY 9.1
JERICHO MIDDLE SCHOOL Jericho, NY 9.1
JHS 220 JOHN J PERSHING Brooklyn, NY 9.1
GREAT NECK NORTH MIDDLE SCHOOL Great Neck, NY 8.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Scarsdale Middle School

What grades does Scarsdale Middle School serve?

Scarsdale Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 11th.

How many students attend Scarsdale Middle School?

Scarsdale Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 1,125 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Scarsdale Middle School is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Scarsdale Middle School rank in NY?

Scarsdale Middle School ranks #155 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Scarsdale Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Scarsdale Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 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 Scarsdale Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Scarsdale Middle School has 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Scarsdale Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Scarsdale Middle School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
23 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
26 Some Transit
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 11th
Enrollment
1,125
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
98
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Westchester County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
6.4%

District

SCARSDALE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
4,724
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$35,198
District Rank
#7 of 7

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