PUTNAM VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL

PUTNAM VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL is a Title I public middle school that is part of the PUTNAM VALLEY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in PUTNAM VALLEY, NY with about 536 students offering grade levels from 5th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 42 teachers, PUTNAM VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

PUTNAM VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL (PVMS), located at 142 Peekskill Hollow Road in Putnam Valley, NY, serves as a key academic institution within the Putnam Valley Central School District. The school is dedicated to bridging the transition between elementary and high school by fostering an environment that encourages intellectual curiosity, social-emotional development, and academic rigor. Its curriculum is designed to challenge students through a variety of core subjects while integrating technology and hands-on learning experiences to prepare them for the demands of secondary education.

Beyond the classroom, the school places a strong emphasis on community and character building. PVMS offers a diverse range of extracurricular activities, including athletics, arts programs, and various clubs, aimed at helping students discover their unique interests and talents. By promoting a culture of inclusivity and mutual respect, PUTNAM VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL strives to cultivate well-rounded students who are not only academically proficient but also prepared to contribute positively to their community.

For more information, contact PUTNAM VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL at (845) 528-8101 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

142 PEEKSKILL HOLLOW RD
PUTNAM VALLEY, NY 10579-3238
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PUTNAM VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public Title I school in PUTNAM VALLEY, NY with about 536 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in New York

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Middle School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
536
Teachers:
42.43
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
5th Grade
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 536 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending PUTNAM VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 74% of the student body.

White
73.9%
Hispanic/Latino
19.6%
Black or African American
3.4%
Two or more races
1.7%
Asian
1.5%

Female
47.4%
Male
52.6%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.