Serving 935 students in grades 6-8, Jonas E Salk Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). 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 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 935 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jonas E Salk Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Jonas E Salk Middle School's student population of 935 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
935 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jonas E Salk Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jonas E Salk Middle School is 0.50, 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
#804 out of 4377 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
10%
Hispanic
19%
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
68%
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
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jonas E Salk Middle School's ranking?
Jonas E Salk Middle School is ranked #804 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Jonas E Salk Middle School?
935 students attend Jonas E Salk Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Jonas E Salk Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jonas E Salk Middle School?
Jonas E Salk Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Jonas E Salk Middle School offer ?
Jonas E Salk Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Jonas E Salk Middle School part of?
Jonas E Salk Middle School is part of Levittown Union Free School District.
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