Serving 623 students in grades 6-8, Rocky Point 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 50-54% (which is lower than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 623 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rocky Point Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Rocky Point Middle School's student population of 623 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
623 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rocky Point 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 Rocky Point Middle School is 0.44, 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
#1736 out of 4093 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
21%
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
72%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Rocky Point Middle School's ranking?
Rocky Point Middle School is ranked #1736 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend Rocky Point Middle School?
623 students attend Rocky Point Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Rocky Point Middle School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rocky Point Middle School?
Rocky Point Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Rocky Point Middle School offer ?
Rocky Point Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Rocky Point Middle School part of?
Rocky Point Middle School is part of Rocky Point Union Free School District.
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