SENATOR JAMES H DONOVAN MIDDLE SCHOOL
749 Students
Middle School 7th - 8th
School Overview
Senator James H. Donovan Middle School, located at 1701 Noyes Street in Utica, New York, serves as a key academic institution within the Utica City School District. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment for its middle-grade students, focusing on both academic achievement and the social-emotional development necessary for the transition to high school. By aligning with the broader mission of the Utica City School District, the school emphasizes providing a comprehensive curriculum that prepares students for future educational success while addressing the diverse needs of the local community.
In addition to its core academic programs, the school leverages the resources of the district to provide various student supports and extracurricular opportunities. The administration and faculty aim to cultivate a culture of respect and high expectations, encouraging students to engage actively in their education. For families and community members seeking more information regarding school policies, academic calendars, and district-wide initiatives, the school maintains an active presence through the Utica City School District website at [http://www.uticacsd.org](http://www.uticacsd.org).
In addition to its core academic programs, the school leverages the resources of the district to provide various student supports and extracurricular opportunities. The administration and faculty aim to cultivate a culture of respect and high expectations, encouraging students to engage actively in their education. For families and community members seeking more information regarding school policies, academic calendars, and district-wide initiatives, the school maintains an active presence through the Utica City School District website at [http://www.uticacsd.org](http://www.uticacsd.org).
749
Total Students
62.3
Full-Time Teachers
12.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
83.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 134 |
| Hispanic | 182 |
| Black | 194 |
| Asian | 180 |
| Two or More | 55 |
| American Indian | 3 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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Black194 (25.9%)
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Hispanic182 (24.3%)
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Asian180 (24.0%)
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White134 (17.9%)
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Two or More55 (7.3%)
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American Indian3 (0.4%)
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Pacific Islander1 (0.1%)
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: | UTICA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT |
| Phone: | (315)368-6541 |
| Website: | http://www.uticacsd.org |
| Grade Range: | 7th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 749 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 62.3 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 12.0 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 619 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 6 |
Grades Taught
Grade 7
357
Grade 8
367
Ungraded
25
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 7 | 357 |
| Grade 8 | 367 |
| Ungraded | 25 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 356 | 47.5% |
| Male | 393 | 52.5% |
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