NEW PALTZ MIDDLE SCHOOL
381 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
New Paltz Middle School, located at 196 Main St in New Paltz, New York, serves as a central hub for adolescent education within the New Paltz Central School District. The school is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment that balances rigorous academic standards with the social and emotional development of its students. By emphasizing critical thinking, creativity, and collaborative learning, the middle school prepares its students for the challenges of high school while encouraging them to explore their individual interests through a diverse range of extracurricular and academic programs.
The school is deeply integrated into the unique, community-oriented culture of New Paltz. Its educational philosophy focuses on the "whole child," providing resources and opportunities that help students navigate the transition between elementary and secondary education. Through a combination of dedicated faculty, community partnerships, and a curriculum designed to engage young minds, New Paltz Middle School strives to cultivate responsible, well-rounded citizens who are prepared to contribute positively to both their local community and the broader world.
The school is deeply integrated into the unique, community-oriented culture of New Paltz. Its educational philosophy focuses on the "whole child," providing resources and opportunities that help students navigate the transition between elementary and secondary education. Through a combination of dedicated faculty, community partnerships, and a curriculum designed to engage young minds, New Paltz Middle School strives to cultivate responsible, well-rounded citizens who are prepared to contribute positively to both their local community and the broader world.
381
Total Students
47.1
Full-Time Teachers
8.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
26.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 270 |
| Hispanic | 49 |
| Black | 19 |
| Asian | 14 |
| Two or More | 25 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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White270 (71.4%)
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Hispanic49 (13.0%)
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Two or More25 (6.6%)
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Black19 (5.0%)
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Asian14 (3.7%)
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Pacific Islander1 (0.3%)
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: | NEW PALTZ CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT |
| Phone: | (845)256-4200 |
| Website: | http://www.newpaltz.k12.ny.us |
| Grade Range: | 6th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 381 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 47.1 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 8.1 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 96 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 4 |
Grades Taught
Grade 6
116
Grade 7
128
Grade 8
137
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 116 |
| Grade 7 | 128 |
| Grade 8 | 137 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 193 | 50.7% |
| Male | 185 | 48.6% |
| Not Specified | 3 | 0.7% |
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