Serving 664 students in grades 6-8, Long Beach Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 664 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Long Beach Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire Long Beach school district, encompassing approximately 29.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 5 to 10 minutes, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being 2.7 miles and the furthest edge located 5.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Long Beach Middle School's student population of 664 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
664 students
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Long Beach Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Long Beach Middle School is 0.56, 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
#1281 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
24%
31%
Black
8%
15%
White
62%
39%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.8%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Long Beach Middle School's ranking?
Long Beach Middle School is ranked #1281 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Long Beach Middle School often compared to?
Long Beach Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Side Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Long Beach Middle School?
664 students attend Long Beach Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Long Beach Middle School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Long Beach Middle School?
Long Beach Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Long Beach Middle School offer ?
Long Beach Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Long Beach Middle School part of?
Long Beach Middle School is part of Long Beach City School District.
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