Serving 621 students in grades 7-8, Aaron Mossell Junior High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 621 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Aaron Mossell Junior High School's student population of 621 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
621 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
School Rankings
Aaron Mossell Junior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Aaron Mossell Junior High School is 0.51, 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
#2596 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
11%
30%
Black
9%
16%
White
68%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Aaron Mossell Junior High School's ranking?
Aaron Mossell Junior High School is ranked #2596 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Aaron Mossell Junior High School?
621 students attend Aaron Mossell Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Aaron Mossell Junior High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Aaron Mossell Junior High School?
Aaron Mossell Junior High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Aaron Mossell Junior High School offer ?
Aaron Mossell Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Aaron Mossell Junior High School part of?
Aaron Mossell Junior High School is part of Lockport City School District.
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