DOBBS FERRY MIDDLE SCHOOL
345 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
Dobbs Ferry Middle School, located in the riverfront village of Dobbs Ferry, New York, is part of the small, high-performing Dobbs Ferry Union Free School District. The school serves students in grades 6 through 8, emphasizing a student-centered approach that prioritizes academic excellence, social-emotional development, and the cultivation of critical thinking skills. As a smaller middle school environment, it is known for fostering a close-knit community where faculty and staff focus on the unique developmental needs of early adolescents, ensuring students are well-prepared for the transition to high school.
Beyond its core academic curriculum, the school offers a variety of extracurricular activities, clubs, and athletic programs designed to encourage student engagement and personal growth. The district places a high value on inquiry-based learning and technological integration, often leveraging its location near New York City to provide a rich, diverse educational experience. By maintaining strong partnerships between teachers, families, and the wider community, Dobbs Ferry Middle School aims to nurture well-rounded, responsible citizens in an inclusive and supportive educational setting.
Beyond its core academic curriculum, the school offers a variety of extracurricular activities, clubs, and athletic programs designed to encourage student engagement and personal growth. The district places a high value on inquiry-based learning and technological integration, often leveraging its location near New York City to provide a rich, diverse educational experience. By maintaining strong partnerships between teachers, families, and the wider community, Dobbs Ferry Middle School aims to nurture well-rounded, responsible citizens in an inclusive and supportive educational setting.
345
Total Students
37.5
Full-Time Teachers
9.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
17.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 215 |
| Hispanic | 63 |
| Black | 14 |
| Asian | 18 |
| Two or More | 35 |
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White215 (62.3%)
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Hispanic63 (18.3%)
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Two or More35 (10.1%)
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Asian18 (5.2%)
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Black14 (4.1%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Middle School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | DOBBS FERRY UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT |
| Phone: | (914)693-7640 |
| Website: | http://www.dfsd.org/ms |
| Grade Range: | 6th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 345 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 37.5 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 9.2 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | N/A |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 57 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 3 |
Grades Taught
Grade 6
116
Grade 7
108
Grade 8
115
Ungraded
6
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 116 |
| Grade 7 | 108 |
| Grade 8 | 115 |
| Ungraded | 6 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 172 | 49.9% |
| Male | 173 | 50.1% |
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