Serving 1,309 students in grades 6-8, Commack Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than 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 26% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,309 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 92% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Commack Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Commack Middle School's student population of 1,309 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 115 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,309 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
115 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Commack Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Commack Middle School is 0.43, 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
#1214 out of 4377 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
10%
Hispanic
10%
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
74%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Commack Middle School's ranking?
Commack Middle School is ranked #1214 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Commack Middle School often compared to?
Commack Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Babylon Memorial Grade School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Commack Middle School?
1,309 students attend Commack Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Commack Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Commack Middle School?
Commack Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Commack Middle School offer ?
Commack Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Commack Middle School part of?
Commack Middle School is part of Commack Union Free School District.
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