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Sidney Middle School

Middle School · SIDNEY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

13 PEARL ST E, Sidney, NY 13838

Enrollment

164

Student-Teacher

10.2:1

Score

5.2

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#3,433 of 4,742

In Sidney

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#2 of 3

SIDNEY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

7.5 / 10

Very Good

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Sidney Middle School

5.2/10

Middle School in Sidney · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Sidney High School

8.7/10

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5.1/10

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About Sidney Middle School

Sidney Middle School is a public middle school in Sidney, NY, part of SIDNEY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Sidney Middle School serves approximately 164 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Sidney Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #3,433 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Sidney Middle School show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.9 pts below NY schools
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • NY avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 164 students, Sidney Middle School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.4Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.94 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.5Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-18.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-7.2 pts
Overall Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-17.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile26th
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$26,326
Chronic Absenteeism29.3%

Sidney Middle School — Students at Sidney Middle School score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

55.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 35.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
30.6% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 36.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
49.2% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 31 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
69%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
48%
ELA
44%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
48%
2012
Math
26%
ELA
29%
2013
Math
37%
ELA
27%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
27%
2015
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
27.7%
ELA
36.5%
2022
Math
22%
ELA
42%

* 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: 4.4/10.

How Sidney Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.2/10
28th percentile in NY
Academic
4.5/10
Below Average
Growth
4.4/10
Below Average
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
56%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
16 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.3%

Location

13 PEARL ST E, Sidney, NY 13838

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sidney Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. UNATEGO MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 9.4 miles away, in nearby Otego), which scores notably higher. Another option is OXFORD ACADEMY MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 14.2 miles away, in nearby Oxford), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, NORWICH MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 16.6 miles away, in nearby Norwich), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Sidney, see our Sidney schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 16.7 mi
School Distance Rating
SIDNEY HIGH SCHOOL Sidney 0.1 mi 8.7
SIDNEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sidney 0.1 mi 5.1
UNADILLA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Unadilla 4.2 mi 3.7
GREENLAWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bainbridge 4.9 mi 3.8
BAINBRIDGE-GUILFORD HIGH SCHOOL Bainbridge 5.1 mi 6.2
GUILFORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Guilford 8.8 mi 4.6
GILBERTSVILLE-MOUNT UPTON JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Gilbertsville 9.9 mi 6.5
GILBERTSVILLE-MOUNT UPTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gilbertsville 9.9 mi 3.4
AFTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Afton 8.9 mi 3.9
AFTON JUNIOR/SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Afton 8.9 mi 5.8
UNATEGO JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Otego 9.4 mi 8.3
UNATEGO MIDDLE SCHOOL Otego 9.4 mi 6.7
FRANKLIN CENTRAL SCHOOL Franklin 11.4 mi 6.2
OTSEGO CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Otego 12.6 mi 7.4
OTSEGO CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Otego 12.6 mi 7.4
DEPOSIT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Deposit 16.6 mi 4.1
DEPOSIT MIDDLE-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Deposit 16.6 mi 6.5
OXFORD ACADEMY MIDDLE SCHOOL Oxford 14.2 mi 6.2
NORWICH MIDDLE SCHOOL Norwich 16.6 mi 6.0
NORWICH HIGH SCHOOL Norwich 16.7 mi 6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 13838 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$51,287

Median Home Value

$118,200

Median Rent

$815/mo

Population

4,185

College Educated

25%

Homeownership

50.3%

Poverty Rate

21.7%

Median Age

34

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
MOTT HALL BRIDGES ACADEMY Brooklyn, NY 5.2
RED JACKET MIDDLE SCHOOL Shortsville, NY 5.2
COMMUNITY MATH AND SCIENCE PREP New York, NY 5.3
IS 313 SCHOOL OF LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT Bronx, NY 5.3
MS 324 PATRIA MIRABAL New York, NY 5.3
ACADEMY OF PUBLIC RELATIONS Bronx, NY 5.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sidney Middle School

What grades does Sidney Middle School serve?

Sidney Middle School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend Sidney Middle School?

Sidney Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 164 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Sidney Middle School is 10.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Sidney Middle School rank in NY?

Sidney Middle School ranks #3,433 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Sidney Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Sidney 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 Sidney Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Sidney Middle School has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Sidney Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Sidney Middle School a Title I school?

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

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sidney Middle School?

55.5% of students at Sidney 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
34 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
164
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
16
Free/Reduced Lunch
55.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Delaware County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.3%

District

SIDNEY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
1,035
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$26,326
District Rank
#2 of 3

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