Serving 750 students in grades 6-8, Great Hollow Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% 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: 750 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Great Hollow Middle School serves the southeastern part of Nesconset, NY, covering an area of approximately 7.6 square miles. Most students typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Great Hollow 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
Great Hollow Middle School's student population of 750 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
750 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Smithtown Spirit, Learners for Life, Together we belong.
School Rankings
Great Hollow 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 Great Hollow Middle School is 0.48, 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
#547 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
10%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
70%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.5%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. 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 Great Hollow Middle School's ranking?
Great Hollow Middle School is ranked #547 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Great Hollow Middle School often compared to?
Great Hollow Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nesaquake Middle School, Accompsett Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Great Hollow Middle School?
750 students attend Great Hollow Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Great Hollow Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Great Hollow Middle School?
Great Hollow Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Great Hollow Middle School offer ?
Great Hollow Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Great Hollow Middle School part of?
Great Hollow Middle School is part of Smithtown Central School District.
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