Serving 366 students in grades 6-8, Griffith Institute Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is equal to 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 8% 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 366 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Griffith Institute Middle School's student population of 366 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
366 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Motto
INNATE CURIOSITY • EMPOWERING LEARNERS • LEARNING TOGETHER • RISK TAKING & GROWTH • CHALLENGING & SUPPORTIVE
School Rankings
Griffith Institute 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 Griffith Institute Middle School is 0.15, 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
#2163 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
2%
30%
Black
2%
16%
White
92%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Griffith Institute Middle School's ranking?
Griffith Institute Middle School is ranked #2163 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Griffith Institute Middle School often compared to?
Griffith Institute Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Springville Elementary School, Pioneer Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Griffith Institute Middle School?
366 students attend Griffith Institute Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Griffith Institute Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Griffith Institute Middle School?
Griffith Institute Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Griffith Institute Middle School offer ?
Griffith Institute Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Griffith Institute Middle School part of?
Griffith Institute Middle School is part of Springville-Griffith Institute Central School District.
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