Serving 474 students in grades 6-8, H C Crittenden Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 94% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (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 23% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 474 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 94% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
H C Crittenden Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
H C Crittenden Middle School's student population of 474 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
474 students
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
H C Crittenden Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of H C Crittenden Middle School is 0.39, 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
#93 out of 4346 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
94%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
10%
Hispanic
7%
31%
Black
1%
15%
White
77%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is H C Crittenden Middle School's ranking?
H C Crittenden Middle School is ranked #93 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend H C Crittenden Middle School?
474 students attend H C Crittenden Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of H C Crittenden Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of H C Crittenden Middle School?
H C Crittenden Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does H C Crittenden Middle School offer ?
H C Crittenden Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is H C Crittenden Middle School part of?
H C Crittenden Middle School is part of Byram Hills Central School District.
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