School-age childcare program serving students in grades K-8 at two locations.
Serving 609 students in grades 6-8, Felix Festa Achievement Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 61% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (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 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 609 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Felix Festa Achievement Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in West Nyack, NY, encompassing approximately 31.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being 2.7 miles and the furthest edge located 4.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Felix Festa Achievement Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Felix Festa Achievement Middle School's student population of 609 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
609 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
A Legacy of Excellence
School Rankings
Felix Festa Achievement Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Felix Festa Achievement Middle School is 0.67, 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
#1089 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
13%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
30%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
48%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.5%
34.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
55%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Falcons, Rams, And Vikings
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Felix Festa Achievement Middle School's ranking?
Felix Festa Achievement Middle School is ranked #1089 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Felix Festa Achievement Middle School often compared to?
Felix Festa Achievement Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pearl River Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Felix Festa Achievement Middle School?
609 students attend Felix Festa Achievement Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Felix Festa Achievement Middle School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Felix Festa Achievement Middle School?
Felix Festa Achievement Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Felix Festa Achievement Middle School offer ?
Felix Festa Achievement Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Felix Festa Achievement Middle School part of?
Felix Festa Achievement Middle School is part of Clarkstown Central School District.
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