Serving 705 students in grades 5-7, Roxboro Road 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 24% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (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 32% 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: 5-7
- Enrollment: 705 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Roxboro Road Middle School's student population of 705 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-7
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
705 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Roxboro Road Middle 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 Roxboro Road Middle School is 0.52, 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
#3611 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
10%
Hispanic
7%
30%
Black
8%
16%
White
68%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Roxboro Road Middle School's ranking?
Roxboro Road Middle School is ranked #3611 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Roxboro Road Middle School?
705 students attend Roxboro Road Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Roxboro Road Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Roxboro Road Middle School?
Roxboro Road Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Roxboro Road Middle School offer ?
Roxboro Road Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-7 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Roxboro Road Middle School part of?
Roxboro Road Middle School is part of North Syracuse Central School District.
In what neighborhood is Roxboro Road Middle School located?
Roxboro Road Middle School is located in the Mattydale neighborhood of Syracuse, NY. There are 1 other public schools located in Mattydale.
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