Serving 592 students in grades 6-8, Edmund W Miles 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 24% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower 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 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 592 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Edmund W Miles Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Edmund W Miles Middle School's student population of 592 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
592 students
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Edmund W Miles Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edmund W Miles Middle School is 0.55, 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
#3854 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
59%
31%
Black
32%
15%
White
3%
39%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.6%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
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 Edmund W Miles Middle School's ranking?
Edmund W Miles Middle School is ranked #3854 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Edmund W Miles Middle School often compared to?
Edmund W Miles Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northwest Elementary School, Northeast School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Edmund W Miles Middle School?
592 students attend Edmund W Miles Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Edmund W Miles Middle School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Edmund W Miles Middle School?
Edmund W Miles Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Edmund W Miles Middle School offer ?
Edmund W Miles Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Edmund W Miles Middle School part of?
Edmund W Miles Middle School is part of Amityville Union Free School District.
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