Serving 424 students in grades 6-8, East Side 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 87% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 92% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% 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: 424 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 87% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 92% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: East Side Middle School serves a 9.8 square mile area in New York, NY, with an average distance of 4 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone and a typical drive time of 10-12 minutes. The furthest edge of the zone is located approximately 6.6 miles away from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Side 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
East Side Middle School's student population of 424 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
424 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Motto
Go Tigers, Roar!
School Rankings
East Side 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 East Side Middle School is 0.68, 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
#69 out of 4346 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
23%
10%
Hispanic
17%
31%
Black
3%
15%
White
49%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.6%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Tiger
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Side Middle School's ranking?
East Side Middle School is ranked #69 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New York.
What schools are East Side Middle School often compared to?
East Side Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Junior High School 167 Robert F Wagner, Middle School 255 Salk School Of Science by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
87% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 92% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend East Side Middle School?
424 students attend East Side Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of East Side Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Asian, 17% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Side Middle School?
East Side Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does East Side Middle School offer ?
East Side Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is East Side Middle School part of?
East Side Middle School is part of New York City Geographic District # 2.
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