School Overview
South Orangetown Middle School (SOMS), located in Blauvelt, New York, serves students in grades 6 through 8 as part of the South Orangetown Central School District. The school is known for fostering a supportive educational environment that emphasizes both academic rigor and social-emotional development. By utilizing a team-based instructional approach, the middle school aims to facilitate a smooth transition for students as they move from elementary education into more complex, departmentalized learning, ensuring that each student receives personalized attention and guidance.

Beyond its core curriculum, SOMS offers a diverse array of extracurricular activities, including competitive athletics, performing arts, and various student-led clubs, which are designed to encourage student engagement and community involvement. The school maintains a strong commitment to digital citizenship and innovative technology integration, preparing its students for the challenges of high school and beyond. Through a collaborative partnership between faculty, parents, and the broader Blauvelt community, South Orangetown Middle School strives to cultivate a well-rounded student body characterized by academic achievement and strong character.
633
Total Students
68.6
Full-Time Teachers
9.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
19.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for SOUTH ORANGETOWN MIDDLE SCHOOL
Demographic Student Count
White392
Hispanic135
Black11
Asian58
Two or More35
Pacific Islander2
  • White
    392 (61.9 %)
  • Hispanic
    135 (21.3 %)
  • Asian
    58 (9.2 %)
  • Two or More
    35 (5.5 %)
  • Black
    11 (1.7 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (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: SOUTH ORANGETOWN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
Phone: (845)680-1103
Website: http://www.socsd.org
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 633
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 68.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 9.2
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 117
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 4
Grades Taught
Grade 6 204
Grade 7 221
Grade 8 208

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for SOUTH ORANGETOWN MIDDLE SCHOOL
Grade Student Count
Grade 6204
Grade 7221
Grade 8208
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for SOUTH ORANGETOWN MIDDLE SCHOOL
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female31249.3%
Male32150.7%
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)