Serving 916 students in grades 7-8, Grand Avenue Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 86% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (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 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 916 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 86% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 92% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Grand Avenue Middle School serves the northern part of Bellmore, NY, covering an area of approximately 5.6 square miles. Families in the attendance zone can typically reach the school within 5-10 minutes, with an average distance of 1.5 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest point being 2.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Grand Avenue Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Grand Avenue Middle School's student population of 916 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
916 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Grand Avenue Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Grand Avenue Middle School is 0.54, 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
#712 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
13%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
65%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.8%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-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 Grand Avenue Middle School's ranking?
Grand Avenue Middle School is ranked #712 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Grand Avenue Middle School often compared to?
Grand Avenue Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Merrick Avenue Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
86% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Grand Avenue Middle School?
916 students attend Grand Avenue Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Grand Avenue Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grand Avenue Middle School?
Grand Avenue Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Grand Avenue Middle School offer ?
Grand Avenue Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Grand Avenue Middle School part of?
Grand Avenue Middle School is part of Bellmore-Merrick Central High School District.
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