Serving 298 students in grades 6-8, Briarcliff Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (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 40% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 298 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 90% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Briarcliff Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire Briarcliff Manor school district, encompassing approximately 6.6 square miles. The area is typically within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 1.6 miles from the school to the zone edge, reaching up to 2.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Briarcliff Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Briarcliff Middle School's student population of 298 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
298 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Motto
I shall grow and I shall shine.
School Rankings
Briarcliff Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Briarcliff Middle School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#139 out of 4346 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
18%
10%
Hispanic
10%
31%
Black
2%
15%
White
60%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4.4%
34.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Briarcliff Middle School's ranking?
Briarcliff Middle School is ranked #139 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Briarcliff Middle School often compared to?
Briarcliff Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pleasantville Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Briarcliff Middle School?
298 students attend Briarcliff Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Briarcliff Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Briarcliff Middle School?
Briarcliff Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Briarcliff Middle School offer ?
Briarcliff Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Briarcliff Middle School part of?
Briarcliff Middle School is part of Briarcliff Manor Union Free School District.
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