Serving 1,260 students in grades 6-8, Lindenhurst Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (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 45% 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: 1,260 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 79% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lindenhurst Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Lindenhurst, NY, covering approximately 6.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school from various points within the zone is between 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge located about 2.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lindenhurst Middle School's student population of 1,260 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 123 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,260 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
123 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
'The Lindy Pride'
School Rankings
Lindenhurst Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lindenhurst Middle School is 0.58, 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
#2139 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
34%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
55%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.1%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
55%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Bulldogs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lindenhurst Middle School's ranking?
Lindenhurst Middle School is ranked #2139 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Lindenhurst Middle School often compared to?
Lindenhurst Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Robert Moses Middle School, Copiague Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Lindenhurst Middle School?
1,260 students attend Lindenhurst Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Lindenhurst Middle School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lindenhurst Middle School?
Lindenhurst Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Lindenhurst Middle School offer ?
Lindenhurst Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lindenhurst Middle School part of?
Lindenhurst Middle School is part of Lindenhurst Union Free School District.
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