Serving 662 students in grades 8, Felix Festa Determination Middle School ranks in the top 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 35-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 8
- Enrollment: 662 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Felix Festa Determination Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Felix Festa Determination Middle School's student population of 662 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
662 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Felix Festa Determination Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Felix Festa Determination Middle School is 0.63, 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
#2035 out of 4093 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
15%
10%
Hispanic
22%
29%
Black
5%
16%
White
55%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Felix Festa Determination Middle School's ranking?
Felix Festa Determination Middle School is ranked #2035 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Felix Festa Determination Middle School often compared to?
Felix Festa Determination Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Felix Festa Character Middle School, Nyack Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend Felix Festa Determination Middle School?
662 students attend Felix Festa Determination Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Felix Festa Determination Middle School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Felix Festa Determination Middle School?
Felix Festa Determination 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 Determination Middle School offer ?
Felix Festa Determination Middle School offers enrollment in grades 8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Felix Festa Determination Middle School part of?
Felix Festa Determination Middle School is part of Clarkstown Central School District.
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