SOUTH ORANGETOWN MIDDLE SCHOOL
633 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
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.
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
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 392 |
| Hispanic | 135 |
| Black | 11 |
| Asian | 58 |
| Two or More | 35 |
| Pacific Islander | 2 |
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White392 (61.9 %)
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Hispanic135 (21.3 %)
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Asian58 (9.2 %)
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Two or More35 (5.5 %)
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Black11 (1.7 %)
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Pacific Islander2 (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
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 204 |
| Grade 7 | 221 |
| Grade 8 | 208 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 312 | 49.3% |
| Male | 321 | 50.7% |
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