Serving 256 students in grades 4-8, Greenwood Lake Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 256 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Greenwood Lake Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Greenwood Lake Middle School's student population of 256 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
256 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
2024
School Calendar
School Motto
A Community That Works, Learns and Succeeds Together
School Rankings
Greenwood Lake Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Greenwood Lake Middle School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#570 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
29%
30%
Black
2%
16%
White
62%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Greenwood Lake Middle School's ranking?
Greenwood Lake Middle School is ranked #570 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Greenwood Lake Middle School often compared to?
Greenwood Lake Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Goshen Secure Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Greenwood Lake Middle School?
256 students attend Greenwood Lake Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Greenwood Lake Middle School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Greenwood Lake Middle School?
Greenwood Lake Middle School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Greenwood Lake Middle School offer ?
Greenwood Lake Middle School offers enrollment in grades 4-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Greenwood Lake Middle School part of?
Greenwood Lake Middle School is part of Greenwood Lake Union Free School District.
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