Serving 296 students in grades 6-8, Center Moriches 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 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% 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: 296 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Center Moriches Middle School's student population of 296 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
296 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Center Moriches Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Center Moriches Middle School is 0.51, 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
#2096 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
23%
30%
Black
5%
16%
White
66%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Center Moriches Middle School's ranking?
Center Moriches Middle School is ranked #2096 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Center Moriches Middle School often compared to?
Center Moriches Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hampton Bays Middle School, Center Moriches High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Center Moriches Middle School?
296 students attend Center Moriches Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Center Moriches Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Center Moriches Middle School?
Center Moriches Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Center Moriches Middle School offer ?
Center Moriches Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Center Moriches Middle School part of?
Center Moriches Middle School is part of Center Moriches Union Free School District.
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