Serving 612 students in grades 6-8, Felix Festa Character 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 61% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher 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 54% 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: 612 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Felix Festa Character Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in West Nyack, NY, covering approximately 31.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the zone is about 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge located 4.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Felix Festa Character Middle School's student population of 612 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
612 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Be Your Best Self
School Rankings
Felix Festa Character Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Felix Festa Character 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
#1413 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
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)
57%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
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
31%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
46%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.4%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Felix Festa Character Middle School's ranking?
Felix Festa Character Middle School is ranked #1413 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Felix Festa Character Middle School often compared to?
Felix Festa Character Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Felix Festa Determination Middle School, Nyack 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 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Felix Festa Character Middle School?
612 students attend Felix Festa Character Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Felix Festa Character Middle School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Felix Festa Character Middle School?
Felix Festa Character Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Felix Festa Character Middle School offer ?
Felix Festa Character Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Felix Festa Character Middle School part of?
Felix Festa Character Middle School is part of Clarkstown Central School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
This is the best school I have ever gone to and I have been to five different types of schools. This school has very well teaching and great programs. You have the ability to choose from three different types of music, you have technology, home ec., art, and health also. Not only that, but they have great advanced classes and intensive clases. All the teachers are amazing. Plus, since there are so many kids that go, you literally see a new face every day. I think that's pretty cool. Any ways, I love this school and anyone else who attends it would say the same thing.
3 10/10/2025
Amazing school
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