Serving 848 students in grades 7-10, Merrick Avenue Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (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 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-10
- Enrollment: 848 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 93% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Merrick Avenue Middle School serves the northwest part of Merrick, NY, encompassing an area of approximately 5.6 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 1.6 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance area.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Merrick Avenue Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Merrick Avenue Middle School's student population of 848 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-10
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
848 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Motto
'How wonderful it is that nobody need wait a single moment before starting to improve the world.' - Anne Frank
School Rankings
Merrick Avenue 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 Merrick Avenue Middle School is 0.43, 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
#534 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
93%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
8%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
14%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
3%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
White
74%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.4%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Pirate
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Merrick Avenue Middle School's ranking?
Merrick Avenue Middle School is ranked #534 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Merrick Avenue Middle School often compared to?
Merrick Avenue Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grand Avenue Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Merrick Avenue Middle School?
848 students attend Merrick Avenue Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Merrick Avenue Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Merrick Avenue Middle School?
Merrick Avenue Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Merrick Avenue Middle School offer ?
Merrick Avenue Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-10 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Merrick Avenue Middle School part of?
Merrick Avenue Middle School is part of Bellmore-Merrick Central High School District.
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