Serving 750 students in grades 6-8, Haviland 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 36% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 750 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Haviland Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Haviland Middle School's student population of 750 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
750 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
Year Founded
1964
School Calendar
School Rankings
Haviland 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 Haviland Middle School is 0.66, 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
#2882 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
28%
30%
Black
15%
16%
White
49%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
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 Haviland Middle School's ranking?
Haviland Middle School is ranked #2882 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Haviland Middle School often compared to?
Haviland Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Orville A Todd Middle School, Poughkeepsie Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Haviland Middle School?
750 students attend Haviland Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Haviland Middle School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Haviland Middle School?
Haviland Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Haviland Middle School offer ?
Haviland Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Haviland Middle School part of?
Haviland Middle School is part of Hyde Park Central School District.
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