Serving 356 students in grades 2-8, Alden Middle School ranks in the top 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 48% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 2-8
- Enrollment: 356 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alden Middle School's student population of 356 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
356 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Alden Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alden Middle School is 0.08, 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
#1938 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
1%
30%
Black
1%
16%
White
96%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Alden Middle School's ranking?
Alden Middle School is ranked #1938 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Alden Middle School often compared to?
Alden Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Akron Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Alden Middle School?
356 students attend Alden Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Alden Middle School students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alden Middle School?
Alden Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Alden Middle School offer ?
Alden Middle School offers enrollment in grades 2-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Alden Middle School part of?
Alden Middle School is part of Alden Central School District.
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