Serving 832 students in grades 6-8, Great Neck South Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (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 90% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 832 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 90% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 96% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Great Neck South Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Great Neck South Middle School's student population of 832 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 85 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
832 students
Total Classroom Teachers
85 teachers
School Rankings
Great Neck South Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Great Neck South Middle School is 0.39, 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
#118 out of 4346 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
96%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Asian
77%
10%
Hispanic
8%
31%
Black
1%
15%
White
10%
39%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)3.5%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Great Neck South Middle School's ranking?
Great Neck South Middle School is ranked #118 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Great Neck South Middle School often compared to?
Great Neck South Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Great Neck North Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Great Neck South Middle School?
832 students attend Great Neck South Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Great Neck South Middle School students are Asian, 10% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Great Neck South Middle School?
Great Neck South Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Great Neck South Middle School offer ?
Great Neck South Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Great Neck South Middle School part of?
Great Neck South Middle School is part of Great Neck Union Free School District.
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