Serving 605 students in grades 6-8, Sleepy Hollow 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 47% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher 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 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 605 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sleepy Hollow Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Sleepy Hollow Middle School's student population of 605 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
605 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sleepy Hollow Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sleepy Hollow Middle School is 0.53, 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
#1642 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
63%
30%
Black
3%
16%
White
28%
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
51%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sleepy Hollow Middle School's ranking?
Sleepy Hollow Middle School is ranked #1642 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Sleepy Hollow Middle School often compared to?
Sleepy Hollow Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sleepy Hollow High School, Irvington Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Sleepy Hollow Middle School?
605 students attend Sleepy Hollow Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Sleepy Hollow Middle School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sleepy Hollow Middle School?
Sleepy Hollow Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Sleepy Hollow Middle School offer ?
Sleepy Hollow Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Sleepy Hollow Middle School part of?
Sleepy Hollow Middle School is part of Union Free School District Of The Tarrytowns.
School Reviews
5 11/2/2017
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