Serving 1,081 students in grades 6-8, Copiague Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,081 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Copiague Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire Copiague school district, encompassing approximately 5.1 square miles. The zone typically allows for a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 1.2 miles to its boundaries and a maximum distance of 2.8 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Copiague Middle School's student population of 1,081 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 90 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,081 students
Total Classroom Teachers
90 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
To maintain and enhance stability and opportunities for children
School Rankings
Copiague Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Copiague Middle School is 0.49, 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
#3439 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
69%
31%
Black
18%
15%
White
9%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.8%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Copiague Middle School's ranking?
Copiague Middle School is ranked #3439 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Copiague Middle School often compared to?
Copiague Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lindenhurst Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Copiague Middle School?
1,081 students attend Copiague Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Copiague Middle School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Copiague Middle School?
Copiague Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Copiague Middle School offer ?
Copiague Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Copiague Middle School part of?
Copiague Middle School is part of Copiague Union Free School District.
School Reviews
1 10/10/2025
Most teachers here at this school are great.One teacher was talking bad about my daughter when she is not in her class.It is very unprofessional and i dont agree with it at all.
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