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#1586 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 33% in state

Union Vale Middle School

Middle School · ARLINGTON CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

1657 E NOXON RD, Lagrangeville, NY 12540

Enrollment

958

Student-Teacher

9.9:1

Score

7.1

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#1,586 of 4,742

In Lagrangeville

#2 of 4

public schools

In district

#4 of 11

ARLINGTON CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Union Vale Middle School

7.1/10

Middle School in Lagrangeville · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Union Vale Middle School

Union Vale Middle School is a public middle school in Lagrangeville, NY, part of ARLINGTON CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Union Vale Middle School serves approximately 958 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Union Vale Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,586 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Union Vale Middle School show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.1 pts above district
  • This school 7.1 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.0
  • NY avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 9.9:1 students to teachers, Union Vale 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.5Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.09 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.2Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency45.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency51.1% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+5.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-11.7 pts
Overall Proficiency48% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)61% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-12.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile46th
Resources & Environment9.3Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$28,749
Chronic Absenteeism16%

Union Vale Middle School — Students at Union Vale Middle School score 48% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

24.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 56.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
33.6% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 54.9% (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

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
92%
ELA
80%
2010
Math
69%
ELA
60%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
36%
ELA
43%
2013
Math
37%
ELA
29%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
32%
2015
Math
49%
ELA
28%
2016
Math
53%
ELA
34%
2017
Math
53%
ELA
40%
2018
Math
56%
ELA
45%
2019
Math
56%
ELA
45%
2020*
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2021*
Math
56.8%
ELA
75.8%
2022
Math
45.4%
ELA
51.1%

* 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: 6.5/10.

How Union Vale Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.1/10
67th percentile in NY
Academic
6.2/10
Average
Growth
6.5/10
Average
Environment
9.3/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
25%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
97 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.0%

Location

1657 E NOXON RD, Lagrangeville, NY 12540

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Union Vale Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. MILLBROOK MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 9.4 miles away, in nearby Millbrook), with a very similar rating. Another option is VAN WYCK JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.8/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Wappingers Falls), a more accessible option. Additionally, LAGRANGE MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 4.9/10, 3.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Lagrangeville, see our Lagrangeville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.5 mi
School Distance Rating
VAIL FARM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lagrangeville 0.3 mi 6.6
LAGRANGE MIDDLE SCHOOL Lagrangeville 3.0 mi 4.9
BEEKMAN SCHOOL Poughquag 3.7 mi 5.8
ARLINGTON HIGH SCHOOL Lagrangeville 3.3 mi 7.8
NOXON ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie 3.9 mi 7.1
VAN WYCK JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Wappingers Falls 5.3 mi 5.8
GAYHEAD SCHOOL Hopewell Junction 6.4 mi 6.6
ST DENIS-ST COLUMBA SCHOOL Hopewell Junction 6.1 mi 5.1
FISHKILL PLAINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wappingers Falls 5.9 mi 6.8
TRAVER ROAD PRIMARY SCHOOL Pleasant Valley 7.6 mi 7.3
ABILITIES FIRST Poughkeepsie 6.4 mi 6.5
OVERLOOK PRIMARY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie 6.8 mi 6.1
HAWK MEADOW MONTESSORI SCHOOL Poughkeepsie 6.8 mi 6.6
TITUSVILLE INTERMEDIATE Poughkeepsie 6.9 mi 5.2
BETHEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hopewell Junction 9.0 mi
MILLBROOK HIGH SCHOOL Millbrook 9.3 mi 8.8
VASSAR ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie 7.2 mi 3.5
MILLBROOK MIDDLE SCHOOL Millbrook 9.4 mi 7.3
ALDEN PLACE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Millbrook 9.5 mi 7.7
WEST ROAD/D'AQUANNIS INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Pleasant Valley 8.5 mi 5.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 12540 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$107,436

Median Home Value

$443,800

Median Rent

$2,077/mo

Population

9,314

College Educated

42.7%

Homeownership

86.3%

Avg Commute

39.1 min

Poverty Rate

5.7%

Median Age

40.2

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IROQUOIS MIDDLE SCHOOL Schenectady, NY 7.1
IS 318 EUGENIO MARIA DE HOSTOS Brooklyn, NY 7.1
JHS 194 WILLIAM CARR Whitestone, NY 7.1
MINEOLA MIDDLE SCHOOL Mineola, NY 7.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Union Vale Middle School

What grades does Union Vale Middle School serve?

Union Vale Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Union Vale Middle School?

Union Vale Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 958 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Union Vale Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Union Vale Middle School is 9.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Union Vale Middle School rank in NY?

Union Vale Middle School ranks #1,586 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Union Vale Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Union Vale Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Union Vale Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Union Vale Middle School has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Union Vale Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Union Vale Middle School a Title I school?

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

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

24.5% of students at Union Vale 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
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
958
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
97
Free/Reduced Lunch
24.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Dutchess County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.0%

District

ARLINGTON CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
7,768
Schools in District
11
Per-Pupil Spending
$28,749
District Rank
#4 of 11

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