Needs Improvement
#4418 of 4,742 schools in NY
Waterloo Middle School
Middle School · WATERLOO CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
65 CENTER ST, Waterloo, NY 13165
Enrollment
347
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
3.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
347
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
3.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,418 of 4,742
In Waterloo
#4 of 4
public schools
In district
#4 of 4
WATERLOO CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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About Waterloo Middle School
Waterloo Middle School is a public middle school in Waterloo, NY, part of WATERLOO CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Waterloo Middle School serves approximately 347 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Waterloo Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #4,418 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Waterloo Middle School show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at Waterloo 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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Waterloo Middle School — Students at Waterloo Middle School score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
57.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 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: 2.3/10.
How Waterloo Middle School Compares
See how Waterloo Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
65 CENTER ST, Waterloo, NY 13165
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Waterloo Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. CLYDE-SAVANNAH JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.6/10, 12.2 miles away, in nearby Clyde), which scores notably higher. Another option is CLYDE MENNONITE PAROCHIAL SCHOOL (rated 4.5/10, 11.1 miles away, in nearby Clyde), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, GENEVA MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 4.4/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby Geneva), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Waterloo, see our Waterloo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WATERLOO HIGH SCHOOL Waterloo | 0.1 mi | 7.3 |
| SKOI-YASE SCHOOL Waterloo | 1.2 mi | 6.6 |
| LA FAYETTE SCHOOL Waterloo | 1.0 mi | 4.7 |
| FRANK M KNIGHT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Seneca Falls | 3.4 mi | 6.2 |
| SENECA FALLS MIDDLE SCHOOL Seneca Falls | 3.7 mi | 3.8 |
| MYNDERSE ACADEMY Seneca Falls | 3.7 mi | 7.6 |
| ELIZABETH CADY STANTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Seneca Falls | 3.9 mi | 4.8 |
| FAYETTE MENNONITE SCHOOL Waterloo | 6.3 mi | 4.1 |
| FINGER LAKES CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Seneca Falls | 5.9 mi | 5.2 |
| CHILDRENS HOURS SCHOOL Geneva | 6.5 mi | 5.2 |
| GENEVA MIDDLE SCHOOL Geneva | 6.6 mi | 4.4 |
| GENEVA HIGH SCHOOL Geneva | 6.6 mi | 8.2 |
| ST FRANCIS DE SALES-ST STEPHEN Geneva | 6.8 mi | 6.0 |
| NORTH STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Geneva | 6.9 mi | 3.4 |
| WEST STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Geneva | 7.2 mi | 7.1 |
| CLYDE MENNONITE PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Clyde | 11.1 mi | 4.5 |
| ROMULUS CENTRAL SCHOOL Romulus | 11.5 mi | 6.0 |
| CLYDE-SAVANNAH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clyde | 12.0 mi | 3.0 |
| CLYDE-SAVANNAH HIGH SCHOOL Clyde | 12.2 mi | 8.5 |
| CLYDE-SAVANNAH JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Clyde | 12.2 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 13165 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,915
Median Home Value
$118,600
Median Rent
$926/mo
Population
9,429
College Educated
20.6%
Homeownership
68%
Avg Commute
22 min
Poverty Rate
10.8%
Median Age
45.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| EAST MIDDLE SCHOOL Binghamton, NY | 3.6 |
| KNICKERBACKER MIDDLE SCHOOL Troy, NY | 3.5 |
| NEWARK MIDDLE SCHOOL Newark, NY | 3.7 |
| NORTH BRONX SCHOOL OF EMPOWERMENT Bronx, NY | 3.5 |
| PERSELL MIDDLE SCHOOL Jamestown, NY | 3.5 |
| PS 206 JOSE CELSO BARBOSA New York, NY | 3.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Waterloo Middle School
What grades does Waterloo Middle School serve?
Waterloo Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Waterloo Middle School?
Waterloo Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 347 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Waterloo Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Waterloo 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 Waterloo Middle School rank in NY?
Waterloo Middle School ranks #4,418 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Waterloo Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Waterloo Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 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 Waterloo Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Waterloo Middle School has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Waterloo Middle School a charter school?
No, Waterloo Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Waterloo Middle School a Title I school?
No, Waterloo Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Waterloo Middle School?
57.9% of students at Waterloo 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 347
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 57.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Seneca County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.7%
- Phone
- (315) 539-1540
Resources & Links
District
WATERLOO CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,477
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,216
- District Rank
- #4 of 4
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