Serving 694 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Northport Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 74% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 694 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Northport Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Northport, NY, encompassing approximately 16.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northport Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Northport Middle School's student population of 694 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has grown by 39% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
694 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Northport Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northport Middle School is 0.37, 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
#931 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
19%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
77%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.9%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northport Middle School's ranking?
Northport Middle School is ranked #931 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Northport Middle School often compared to?
Northport Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Northport Middle School, North Shore Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Northport Middle School?
694 students attend Northport Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Northport Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northport Middle School?
Northport Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Northport Middle School offer ?
Northport Middle School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Northport Middle School part of?
Northport Middle School is part of Northport-East Northport Union Free School District.
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