Serving 913 students in grades 6-8, Robert Frost Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 913 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Robert Frost Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire Deer Park school district, encompassing approximately 5.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.9 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Robert Frost Middle School's student population of 913 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 88 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
913 students
Total Classroom Teachers
88 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Robert Frost Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Robert Frost Middle School is 0.76, which is more 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
#1718 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
18%
10%
Hispanic
33%
31%
Black
21%
15%
White
24%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.4%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Robert Frost Middle School's ranking?
Robert Frost Middle School is ranked #1718 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Robert Frost Middle School often compared to?
Robert Frost Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John F Kennedy Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Robert Frost Middle School?
913 students attend Robert Frost Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Robert Frost Middle School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 21% of students are Black, 18% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Robert Frost Middle School?
Robert Frost Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Robert Frost Middle School offer ?
Robert Frost Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Robert Frost Middle School part of?
Robert Frost Middle School is part of Deer Park Union Free School District.
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