Serving 718 students in grades 6-8, Turtle Hook 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 20-29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is lower than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 718 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Turtle Hook Middle School's student population of 718 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
718 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Turtle Hook 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 Turtle Hook Middle School is 0.46, 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
#3025 out of 4093 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
67%
29%
Black
31%
16%
White
2%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
51%
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 Turtle Hook Middle School's ranking?
Turtle Hook Middle School is ranked #3025 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Turtle Hook Middle School often compared to?
Turtle Hook Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lawrence Road Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend Turtle Hook Middle School?
718 students attend Turtle Hook Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Turtle Hook Middle School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Turtle Hook Middle School?
Turtle Hook Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Turtle Hook Middle School offer ?
Turtle Hook Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Turtle Hook Middle School part of?
Turtle Hook Middle School is part of Uniondale Union Free School District.
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