Serving 1,094 students in grades 6-8, Herricks Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (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 84% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,094 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 91% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Herricks Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Albertson, NY, covering approximately 4.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 2.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Herricks Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Herricks Middle School's student population of 1,094 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 96 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,094 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
96 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1813
School Rankings
Herricks Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Herricks Middle School is 0.37, 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
#146 out of 4346 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
78%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
5%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
16%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.6%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Herricks Middle School's ranking?
Herricks Middle School is ranked #146 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Herricks Middle School often compared to?
Herricks Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Willets Road School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Herricks Middle School?
1,094 students attend Herricks Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Herricks Middle School students are Asian, 16% of students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Herricks Middle School?
Herricks Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Herricks Middle School offer ?
Herricks Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Herricks Middle School part of?
Herricks Middle School is part of Herricks Union Free School District.
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