Boynton Middle School vs Dewitt Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in New York, United States, 3.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Boynton Middle School
Ithaca · Public middle · Grades 6–8
513 students
Dewitt Middle School
Ithaca · Public middle · Grades 6–8
559 students
| Measure | Boynton Middle School Ithaca, New York | Dewitt Middle School Ithaca, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 78 Top 25% | 78 Top 25% |
| State rank | #140 of 785 | #138 of 785 |
| National rank | #1889 of 15,369 | #1847 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 513 | 559 |
| Enrollment | 513 | 559 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 34.3% | 36.9% |
| Students per teacher | 9.5 | 9.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 61% | 59% |
| Math proficiency | 58% | 63% |
| city | Ithaca | Ithaca |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (77.6 vs 77.8).
- •Dewitt Middle School does better on math proficiency (63% vs 58%).
- •Boynton Middle School does better on reading proficiency (61% vs 59%).
- •Boynton Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (34.3% vs 36.9%).
- •Dewitt Middle School is the larger school with 559 students compared with 513.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Boynton Middle School better than Dewitt Middle School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Boynton Middle School and Dewitt Middle School?
About 3.0 km in a straight line, between Ithaca and Ithaca in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Boynton Middle School: 513. Dewitt Middle School: 559. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Boynton Middle School and Dewitt Middle School rank in New York?
Boynton Middle School is 140th of 785 and Dewitt Middle School is 138th of 785 among middle schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).