Serving 706 students in grades 6-8, Candlewood 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 76% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (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 59% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 706 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 87% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Candlewood Middle School serves the eastern part of Huntington Station, NY, covering an area of approximately 11 square miles. Most students can expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 4.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Candlewood Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Candlewood Middle School's student population of 706 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
706 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Candlewood Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Candlewood Middle School is 0.74, which is more 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
#744 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
24%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
13%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
41%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.9%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Candlewood Middle School's ranking?
Candlewood Middle School is ranked #744 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Candlewood Middle School often compared to?
Candlewood Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Hollow Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Candlewood Middle School?
706 students attend Candlewood Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Candlewood Middle School students are White, 24% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Candlewood Middle School?
Candlewood Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Candlewood Middle School offer ?
Candlewood Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Candlewood Middle School part of?
Candlewood Middle School is part of Half Hollow Hills Central School District.
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