Serving 549 students in grades 6-8, Port Jervis Middle 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 30% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (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 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 549 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Port Jervis Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Port Jervis Middle School's student population of 549 students has grown by 50% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
549 students
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 25, 2026
School Rankings
Port Jervis Middle 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 Port Jervis Middle School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3326 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
26%
31%
Black
13%
15%
White
59%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Port Jervis City School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Port Jervis Middle School's ranking?
Port Jervis Middle School is ranked #3326 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Port Jervis Middle School often compared to?
Port Jervis Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Minisink Valley Middle School, Cornwall Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Port Jervis Middle School?
549 students attend Port Jervis Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Port Jervis Middle School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Port Jervis Middle School?
Port Jervis Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Port Jervis Middle School offer ?
Port Jervis Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Port Jervis Middle School part of?
Port Jervis Middle School is part of Port Jervis City School District.
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