For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 2,244 students in 11553, NY.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 11553, NY are Academy Charter School-uniondale and Turtle Hook Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 11553 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the New York public middle school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 51% statewide average). Middle schools in 11553, NY have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of New York public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the New York public middle school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best 11553, NY Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Academy Charter School-uniondale
Charter School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
100 Charles Lindbergh Blvd
Uniondale, NY 11553
(516) 591-3030
Uniondale, NY 11553
(516) 591-3030
Gr: K-12 | 1,607 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Rank: #22.
Turtle Hook Middle School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
975 Jerusalem Ave
Uniondale, NY 11553
(516) 918-1301
Uniondale, NY 11553
(516) 918-1301
Gr: 6-8 | 637 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 11553, NY?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 11553, NY include Academy Charter School-uniondale and Turtle Hook Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 11553?
2 public middle schools are located in 11553.
What is the racial composition of students in 11553?
11553 public middle schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the New York public middle schools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
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