Serving 642 students in grades 6-8, North Shore 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 8:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 642 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 90% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Shore 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
Student Attention
School Overview
North Shore Middle School's student population of 642 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 82 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
642 students
Total Classroom Teachers
82 teachers
School Motto
Our mission is to nurture and enrich our students' natural delight in learning and in the powers of mind and body.
School Rankings
North Shore 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 North Shore Middle School is 0.51, 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)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
Asian
13%
10%
Hispanic
13%
31%
White
68%
39%
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.7%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
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 North Shore Middle School's ranking?
North Shore 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 North Shore Middle School often compared to?
North Shore Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Garden City Middle School, Manhasset 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 North Shore Middle School?
642 students attend North Shore Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of North Shore Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Shore Middle School?
North Shore Middle School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does North Shore Middle School offer ?
North Shore Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Shore Middle School part of?
North Shore Middle School is part of North Shore Central School District.
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