Best 10965 New York Public Middle Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,405 students in 10965, NY.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 10965, NY are Pearl River High School and Pearl River Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 10965 have an average math proficiency score of 75% (versus the New York public middle school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 51% statewide average). Middle schools in 10965, NY have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New York public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public middle school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).

Best 10965, NY Public Middle Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pearl River High School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
275 E Central Ave
Pearl River, NY 10965
(845) 620-3800
Gr: 8-12 | 904 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #22.
Pearl River Middle School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
520 Gilbert Ave
Pearl River, NY 10965
(845) 620-3870
Gr: 5-7 | 501 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 29%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 10965, NY?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 10965, NY include Pearl River High School and Pearl River Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 10965?
2 public middle schools are located in 10965.
What is the racial composition of students in 10965?
10965 public middle schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public middle schools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).

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