Serving 848 students in grades 5-8, Plainview-old Bethpage Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 848 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Plainview-old Bethpage Middle School's student population of 848 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
848 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Plainview-old Bethpage Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Plainview-old Bethpage Middle School is 0.57, 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
#840 out of 4093 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
37%
10%
Hispanic
7%
29%
Black
n/a
16%
White
54%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
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 Plainview-old Bethpage Middle School's ranking?
Plainview-old Bethpage Middle School is ranked #840 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Plainview-old Bethpage Middle School often compared to?
Plainview-old Bethpage Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like H B Mattlin Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend Plainview-old Bethpage Middle School?
848 students attend Plainview-old Bethpage Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Plainview-old Bethpage Middle School students are White, 37% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Plainview-old Bethpage Middle School?
Plainview-old Bethpage Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Plainview-old Bethpage Middle School offer ?
Plainview-old Bethpage Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Plainview-old Bethpage Middle School part of?
Plainview-old Bethpage Middle School is part of Plainview-Old Bethpage Central School District.
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