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A Macarthur Barr Middle School

Middle School · NANUET UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

143 CHURCH ST, Nanuet, NY 10954

Enrollment

654

Student-Teacher

9.9:1

Score

6.0

Grades

5th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#2,676 of 4,742

In Nanuet

#4 of 4

public schools

In district

#4 of 4

NANUET UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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A Macarthur Barr Middle School

6.0/10

Middle School in Nanuet · grades 5th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About A Macarthur Barr Middle School

A Macarthur Barr Middle School is a public middle school in Nanuet, NY, part of NANUET UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. A Macarthur Barr Middle School serves approximately 654 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. A Macarthur Barr Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,676 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for A Macarthur Barr Middle School show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with NY schools
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • NY avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 9.9:1 students to teachers, A Macarthur Barr Middle School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.1Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.48 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.7Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency46.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency53.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+4.4 pts
Overall Proficiency50% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)58% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-7.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile52th
Resources & Environment9.6Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$32,897
Chronic Absenteeism12.4%

A Macarthur Barr Middle School — Students at A Macarthur Barr Middle School score 50% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

32.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 58.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
30.6% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 65.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
54.5% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 32 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
97%
ELA
90%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
73%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
78%
2012
Math
51%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
63%
ELA
61%
2014
Math
63%
ELA
48%
2015
Math
64%
ELA
54%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
56%
2017
Math
62%
ELA
58%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
58%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
58%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
77%
2021*
Math
36%
ELA
75.3%
2022
Math
46.7%
ELA
53.6%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.1/10.

How A Macarthur Barr Middle School Compares

See how A Macarthur Barr Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.0/10
44th percentile in NY
Academic
6.7/10
Average
Growth
3.1/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.6/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
33%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
66 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.4%

Location

143 CHURCH ST, Nanuet, NY 10954

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering A Macarthur Barr Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. FELIX FESTA DETERMINATION MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby West Nyack), which scores notably higher. Another option is FELIX FESTA ACHIEVEMENT MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby West Nyack), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST ANTHONY SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Nanuet, see our Nanuet schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
NANUET SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Nanuet 0.1 mi 8.4
GEORGE W MILLER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Nanuet 0.3 mi 7.8
HIGHVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Nanuet 0.5 mi 7.5
ST ANTHONY SCHOOL Nanuet 0.7 mi 6.9
BLUE ROCK SCHOOL West Nyack 1.3 mi 7.0
BARDONIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bardonia 1.6 mi 6.3
BIRCHWOOD SCHOOL West Nyack 1.3 mi 6.7
EVANS PARK SCHOOL Pearl River 1.7 mi 8.9
CLARKSTOWN SOUTH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL West Nyack 1.5 mi 9.0
PEARL RIVER HIGH SCHOOL Pearl River 2.0 mi 6.7
WEST NYACK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Nyack 1.8 mi 6.7
FRANKLIN AVENUE SCHOOL Pearl River 2.4 mi 6.8
PEARL RIVER MIDDLE SCHOOL Pearl River 2.6 mi 6.3
ROCKLAND BOCES West Nyack 2.4 mi 5.7
LINCOLN AVENUE SCHOOL Pearl River 2.3 mi 8.6
FELIX FESTA CHARACTER MIDDLE SCHOOL West Nyack 2.6 mi 6.6
FELIX FESTA DETERMINATION MIDDLE SCHOOL West Nyack 2.6 mi 7.7
FELIX FESTA ACHIEVEMENT MIDDLE SCHOOL West Nyack 2.6 mi 7.6
ST MARGARET SCHOOL Pearl River 2.5 mi 5.4
CONGREGATION NOAM E LIZENSK Nanuet 2.2 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10954 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$112,927

Median Home Value

$502,300

Median Rent

$2,184/mo

Population

27,474

College Educated

46.7%

Homeownership

68.8%

Avg Commute

29.2 min

Poverty Rate

7.9%

Median Age

43.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about A Macarthur Barr Middle School

What grades does A Macarthur Barr Middle School serve?

A Macarthur Barr Middle School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.

How many students attend A Macarthur Barr Middle School?

A Macarthur Barr Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 654 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at A Macarthur Barr Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at A Macarthur Barr Middle School is 9.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does A Macarthur Barr Middle School rank in NY?

A Macarthur Barr Middle School ranks #2,676 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is A Macarthur Barr Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

A Macarthur Barr Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at A Macarthur Barr Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, A Macarthur Barr Middle School has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is A Macarthur Barr Middle School a charter school?

No, A Macarthur Barr Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is A Macarthur Barr Middle School a Title I school?

No, A Macarthur Barr Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for A Macarthur Barr Middle School?

32.9% of students at A Macarthur Barr Middle School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
47 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
654
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
66
Free/Reduced Lunch
32.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Rockland County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.4%

District

NANUET UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
2,193
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$32,897
District Rank
#4 of 4

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