Serving 326 students in grades 6-8, Tompkins Square Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 326 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tompkins Square Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Tompkins Square Middle School's student population of 326 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
326 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Tompkins Square Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tompkins Square Middle School is 0.70, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1471 out of 4093 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
13%
10%
Hispanic
45%
29%
Black
18%
16%
White
23%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tompkins Square Middle School's ranking?
Tompkins Square Middle School is ranked #1471 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Tompkins Square Middle School often compared to?
Tompkins Square Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Side Community School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend Tompkins Square Middle School?
326 students attend Tompkins Square Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Tompkins Square Middle School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 18% of students are Black, 13% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tompkins Square Middle School?
Tompkins Square Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Tompkins Square Middle School offer ?
Tompkins Square Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Tompkins Square Middle School part of?
Tompkins Square Middle School is part of New York City Geographic District # 1 School District.
School Reviews
5 4/11/2022
This school is freaking amazing, I have been here since 6 grade and now graduating this year and I must say, I am lost for words. The teachers are so hardworking and constantly put the effort to give us a good education. The vice-principal and principal are both amazing leaders and will help you with whatever you need. Not to mention the staff team is great at maintaining discipline. The school is a very safe and nurturing environment, but when it comes to academics, it is very rigorous. Recently we had a school walkout organized by 8th graders to go against sexual harassment/assault, and that greatly improved our statistics for a safe school. On InsideSchools, the bullying percentage went from 40% to 17% after the walkout and it went from 82% of students saying that they feel safe in hallways, bathrooms, etc. to 93% which is freaking amazing! I'd say the only downside to this school is sometimes your attendance would get screwed up and you would have more absences than you actually do. But that is an easy fix, you can go to the main office and report it. Also, the hallways are cramped. But that's about it.
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