Serving 661 students in grades 6-8, Plainedge Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (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 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 661 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Plainedge Middle School's student population of 661 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
661 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Plainedge 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 Plainedge Middle School is 0.39, 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
#950 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
10%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
15%
White
77%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.4%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-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 Plainedge Middle School's ranking?
Plainedge Middle School is ranked #950 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Plainedge Middle School?
661 students attend Plainedge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Plainedge Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Plainedge Middle School?
Plainedge Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Plainedge Middle School offer ?
Plainedge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Plainedge Middle School part of?
Plainedge Middle School is part of Plainedge Union Free School District.
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