Serving 694 students in grades 5-8, Mount Sinai Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). 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 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 694 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mount Sinai Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mount Sinai Middle School's student population of 694 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
694 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
School Rankings
Mount Sinai Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mount Sinai Middle School is 0.40, 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
#1488 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
10%
Hispanic
14%
30%
Black
1%
16%
White
76%
40%
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
11%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mount Sinai Middle School's ranking?
Mount Sinai Middle School is ranked #1488 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Mount Sinai Middle School?
694 students attend Mount Sinai Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Mount Sinai Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mount Sinai Middle School?
Mount Sinai Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Mount Sinai Middle School offer ?
Mount Sinai Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mount Sinai Middle School part of?
Mount Sinai Middle School is part of Mount Sinai Union Free School District.
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