Serving 386 students in grades 6-8, Chestnut Hill 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 44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (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 35% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 386 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chestnut Hill Middle School's student population of 386 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
386 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Prepare. Inspire. Engage
School Rankings
Chestnut Hill 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 Chestnut Hill Middle School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2601 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Asian
12%
10%
Hispanic
7%
31%
Black
7%
15%
White
65%
39%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Legends
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chestnut Hill Middle School's ranking?
Chestnut Hill Middle School is ranked #2601 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Chestnut Hill Middle School often compared to?
Chestnut Hill Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Edward Smith K-8 School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Chestnut Hill Middle School?
386 students attend Chestnut Hill Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Chestnut Hill Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chestnut Hill Middle School?
Chestnut Hill Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Chestnut Hill Middle School offer ?
Chestnut Hill Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Chestnut Hill Middle School part of?
Chestnut Hill Middle School is part of Liverpool Central School District.
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