Serving 351 students in grades 3-5, Palmyra-macedon Intermediate 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 27% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower 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 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 351 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Palmyra-macedon Intermediate School's student population of 351 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
351 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Palmyra-macedon Intermediate School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Palmyra-macedon Intermediate School is 0.13, 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
#3687 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
4%
30%
Black
n/a
16%
White
93%
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
44%
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 Palmyra-macedon Intermediate School's ranking?
Palmyra-macedon Intermediate School is ranked #3687 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Palmyra-macedon Intermediate School often compared to?
Palmyra-macedon Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Palmyra-macedon Primary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Palmyra-macedon Intermediate School?
351 students attend Palmyra-macedon Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Palmyra-macedon Intermediate School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Palmyra-macedon Intermediate School?
Palmyra-macedon Intermediate School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Palmyra-macedon Intermediate School offer ?
Palmyra-macedon Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Palmyra-macedon Intermediate School part of?
Palmyra-macedon Intermediate School is part of Palmyra-Macedon Central School District.
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