Serving 899 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 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (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 11:1 is equal to 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 899 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Jonas E Salk Middle School serves the southeast part of Levittown, NY, covering an area of approximately 3.7 square miles. Families within this attendance zone typically have a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 1.8 miles away.
- 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
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Jonas E Salk Middle School's student population of 899 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 83 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
899 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
83 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jonas E Salk 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 Jonas E Salk Middle School is 0.53, 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
#566 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
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
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
12%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
19%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
15%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-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)20.1%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
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 Jonas E Salk Middle School's ranking?
Jonas E Salk Middle School is ranked #566 out of 4,346 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?
78% 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 Jonas E Salk Middle School?
899 students attend Jonas E Salk Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Jonas E Salk Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 12% 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
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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