Serving 659 students in grades 6-8, North Shore Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 81% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 659 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Shore Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
North Shore Middle School's student population of 659 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 85 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
659 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
85 teachers
School Rankings
North Shore Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Shore Middle School is 0.49, 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
#394 out of 4377 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
10%
Hispanic
14%
30%
Black
n/a
16%
White
69%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Shore Middle School's ranking?
North Shore Middle School is ranked #394 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What schools are North Shore Middle School often compared to?
North Shore Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Manhasset Middle School, Garden City Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend North Shore Middle School?
659 students attend North Shore Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of North Shore Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Shore Middle School?
North Shore Middle School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does North Shore Middle School offer ?
North Shore Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Shore Middle School part of?
North Shore Middle School is part of North Shore Central School District.
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