Serving 719 students in grades 6-8, Robert M Finley Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is lower than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the New York state average of 62%).
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), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 719 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Robert M Finley Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Robert M Finley Middle School's student population of 719 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
719 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Robert M Finley Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Robert M Finley Middle School is 0.54, 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
#2940 out of 4093 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
63%
29%
Black
8%
16%
White
24%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Robert M Finley Middle School's ranking?
Robert M Finley Middle School is ranked #2940 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend Robert M Finley Middle School?
719 students attend Robert M Finley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Robert M Finley Middle School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Robert M Finley Middle School?
Robert M Finley 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 M Finley Middle School offer ?
Robert M Finley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Robert M Finley Middle School part of?
Robert M Finley Middle School is part of Glen Cove City School District.
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