Serving 1,573 students in grades 6-8, Berner 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 63% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher 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 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,573 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Berner Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Berner Middle School's student population of 1,573 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 155 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,573 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
155 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Berner Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Berner Middle School is 0.22, 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
#1426 out of 4093 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
7%
29%
Black
n/a
16%
White
88%
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
8%
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 Berner Middle School's ranking?
Berner Middle School is ranked #1426 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Berner Middle School often compared to?
Berner Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Massapequa High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend Berner Middle School?
1,573 students attend Berner Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Berner Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Berner Middle School?
Berner Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Berner Middle School offer ?
Berner Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Berner Middle School part of?
Berner Middle School is part of Massapequa Union Free School District.
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