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#3274 of 4,742 schools in NY
Senator James H Donovan Middle School
Middle School · UTICA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
1701 NOYES ST, Utica, NY 13502
Enrollment
763
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
5.4
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
763
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
5.4
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,274 of 4,742
In Utica
#9 of 14
public schools
In district
#8 of 13
UTICA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
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About Senator James H Donovan Middle School
Senator James H Donovan Middle School is a public middle school in Utica, NY, part of UTICA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Senator James H Donovan Middle School serves approximately 763 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Senator James H Donovan Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #3,274 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Senator James H Donovan Middle School show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 5.4
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Senator James H Donovan Middle School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
41% of students at Senator James H Donovan Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Senator James H Donovan Middle School — Students at Senator James H Donovan Middle School score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84.1%
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: 6.3/10.
How Senator James H Donovan Middle School Compares
See how Senator James H Donovan Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1701 NOYES ST, Utica, NY 13502
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Senator James H Donovan Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. PERRY JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby New Hartford), which scores notably higher. Another option is PARKWAY MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Whitesboro), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WHITESBORO MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Whitesboro), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Utica, see our Utica schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 13502 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,530
Median Home Value
$149,600
Median Rent
$965/mo
Population
33,241
College Educated
25%
Homeownership
60.2%
Avg Commute
18.9 min
Poverty Rate
20.1%
Median Age
37.8
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| BATAVIA MIDDLE SCHOOL Batavia, NY | 5.4 |
| BELLPORT MIDDLE SCHOOL Bellport, NY | 5.4 |
| CARTHAGE MIDDLE SCHOOL Carthage, NY | 5.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Senator James H Donovan Middle School
What grades does Senator James H Donovan Middle School serve?
Senator James H Donovan Middle School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Senator James H Donovan Middle School?
Senator James H Donovan Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 763 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Senator James H Donovan Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Senator James H Donovan Middle School is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Senator James H Donovan Middle School rank in NY?
Senator James H Donovan Middle School ranks #3,274 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Senator James H Donovan Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Senator James H Donovan Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Senator James H Donovan Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Senator James H Donovan Middle School has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Senator James H Donovan Middle School a charter school?
No, Senator James H Donovan Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Senator James H Donovan Middle School a Title I school?
No, Senator James H Donovan Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Senator James H Donovan Middle School?
84.1% of students at Senator James H Donovan 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 763
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 61
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Oneida County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.6%
- Phone
- (315) 368-6541
Resources & Links
District
UTICA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 9,329
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,812
- District Rank
- #8 of 13
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