Alfred G. Berner Middle School, formerly Berner High School, is a middle school that serves Massapequa, New York, since 1987 after the conversion from Berner High School. The school was named after Alfred G. Berner, who served on the Board of Education from 1945 to 1954.
Serving 1,550 students in grades 6-8, Berner Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,550 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 97% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Berner Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Berner Middle School's student population of 1,550 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 162 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,550 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
162 teachers
Year Founded
1962
Colors
Navy Blue, Gold
School Rankings
Berner Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Berner Middle School is 0.29, 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
#632 out of 4377 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
97%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
10%
30%
Black
1%
16%
White
84%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Chiefs
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Berner Middle School's ranking?
Berner Middle School is ranked #632 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Berner Middle School often compared to?
Berner Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Massapequa High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Berner Middle School?
1,550 students attend Berner Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Berner Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Berner Middle School?
Berner Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Berner Middle School offer ?
Berner Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Berner Middle School part of?
Berner Middle School is part of Massapequa Union Free School District.
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