ICHABOD CRANE MIDDLE SCHOOL

ICHABOD CRANE MIDDLE SCHOOL is a Title I public middle school that is part of the KINDERHOOK CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in VALATIE, NY with about 394 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 35 teachers, ICHABOD CRANE MIDDLE SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

ICHABOD CRANE MIDDLE SCHOOL, located in Valatie, New York, serves as a central component of the Ichabod Crane Central School District. The school provides a dedicated learning environment for students in grades 6 through 8, focusing on the unique developmental needs of early adolescents. Its curriculum is designed to bridge the gap between elementary education and the more rigorous academic expectations of high school, offering a balance of core subjects—such as mathematics, science, English language arts, and social studies—alongside a variety of exploratory electives and extracurricular activities.

Beyond academics, the school emphasizes a supportive community culture that fosters social-emotional growth and character development. By leveraging its location within the Valatie community, the middle school strives to engage students through collaborative projects, athletics, and fine arts programs. The administration and faculty utilize the school’s digital presence to maintain open communication with families, ensuring that students have the resources and guidance necessary to succeed as they transition toward their secondary education years.

For more information, contact ICHABOD CRANE MIDDLE SCHOOL at (518) 758-7675 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.