Serving 345 students in grades 6-8, Dobbs Ferry Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher 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 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 345 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dobbs Ferry Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Dobbs Ferry Middle School's student population of 345 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
345 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Dobbs Ferry Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dobbs Ferry Middle School is 0.56, 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
#467 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
18%
31%
Black
4%
15%
White
63%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dobbs Ferry Middle School's ranking?
Dobbs Ferry Middle School is ranked #467 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Dobbs Ferry Middle School?
345 students attend Dobbs Ferry Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Dobbs Ferry Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dobbs Ferry Middle School?
Dobbs Ferry Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Dobbs Ferry Middle School offer ?
Dobbs Ferry Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dobbs Ferry Middle School part of?
Dobbs Ferry Middle School is part of Dobbs Ferry Union Free School District.
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