Serving 822 students in grades 6-8, Jericho Middle School ranks in the top 10% 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 88% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (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 77% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 822 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 88% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jericho 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
Jericho Middle School's student population of 822 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
822 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jericho Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jericho Middle School is 0.46, 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
#363 out of 4093 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
70%
10%
Hispanic
3%
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
23%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
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)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jericho Middle School's ranking?
Jericho Middle School is ranked #363 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
88% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend Jericho Middle School?
822 students attend Jericho Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Jericho Middle School students are Asian, 23% of students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jericho Middle School?
Jericho Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Jericho Middle School offer ?
Jericho Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Jericho Middle School part of?
Jericho Middle School is part of Jericho Union Free School District.
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