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#1502 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 32% in state

Carle Place Middle Senior High School

High School · CARLE PLACE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

168 CHERRY LN, Carle Place, NY 11514

Enrollment

610

Student-Teacher

8.5:1

Score

7.2

Grades

7th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#1,502 of 4,742

In Carle Place

#3 of 3

public schools

In district

#3 of 3

CARLE PLACE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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7.2/10

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About Carle Place Middle Senior High School

Carle Place Middle Senior High School is a public high school in Carle Place, NY, part of CARLE PLACE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Carle Place Middle Senior High School serves approximately 610 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 8.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Carle Place Middle Senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,502 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Carle Place Middle Senior High School show 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with NY schools
  • This school 7.2 · Very Good
  • NY avg 7.0

What Parents Should Know

At 8.5:1 students to teachers, Carle Place Middle Senior High 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 · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress4.7Below Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.81 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.9Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency48.8% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency57.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+8.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+8.2 pts
Overall Proficiency53% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)60% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-7.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile54th
College Readiness7.9Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate95%+
AP Participation26.9%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio8.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$39,838
Chronic Absenteeism8.9%

Carle Place Middle Senior High School — Students at Carle Place Middle Senior High School score 53% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

25.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 71.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
30.6% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 74.5% (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
91%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
80%
2011
Math
91%
ELA
85%
2012
Math
63%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
63%
2014
Math
80%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2016
Math
83%
ELA
82%
2017
Math
83%
ELA
81%
2018
Math
80%
ELA
81%
2019
Math
80%
ELA
81%
2020*
Math
68%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
45.3%
ELA
65.7%
2022
Math
48.8%
ELA
57.4%

* 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: 4.7/10.

How Carle Place Middle Senior High School Compares

See how Carle Place Middle Senior High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.2/10
68th percentile in NY
Academic
6.9/10
Average
Growth
4.7/10
Below Average
Environment
9.7/10
Excellent
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.4
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
26%
Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
72 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
8.9%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
26.9% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

168 CHERRY LN, Carle Place, NY 11514

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Carle Place Middle Senior High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. WHEATLEY SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Old Westbury), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WESTBURY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Old Westbury), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Carle Place, see our Carle Place schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
CHERRY LANE SCHOOL Carle Place 0.2 mi 7.4
RUSHMORE AVENUE SCHOOL Carle Place 0.3 mi 8.3
ST BRIGID/OUR LADY OF HOPE REGIONAL SCHOOL Westbury 0.6 mi 6.7
SCO FAMILY SERVICES - WESTBROOK PREP SCHOOL Westbury 0.6 mi
WHEATLEY SCHOOL Old Westbury 0.7 mi 8.4
DREXEL AVENUE SCHOOL Westbury 0.7 mi 6.7
WESTBURY MIDDLE SCHOOL Westbury 1.2 mi 4.9
WESTBURY HIGH SCHOOL Old Westbury 1.3 mi 7.4
WESTBURY FRIENDS SCHOOL Westbury 1.3 mi
NORTH SIDE SCHOOL East Williston 1.3 mi 9.3
HEMLOCK SCHOOL Garden City 1.5 mi 6.7
DRYDEN STREET SCHOOL Westbury 1.4 mi 4.5
STEWART SCHOOL Garden City 1.8 mi 8.2
HOLY CHILD ACADEMY Old Westbury 1.9 mi 8.9
WILLETS ROAD SCHOOL Roslyn Heights 1.6 mi 9.2
HAMPTON STREET SCHOOL Mineola 1.5 mi 4.5
ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-UNIONDALE Uniondale 2.0 mi 4.2
NASSAU BOCES Garden City 2.0 mi 5.7
POWELLS LANE SCHOOL Westbury 1.7 mi 5.9
LOCUST SCHOOL Garden City 2.1 mi 7.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11514 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$136,125

Median Home Value

$713,700

Median Rent

$2,302/mo

Population

4,421

College Educated

50.2%

Homeownership

75.9%

Avg Commute

29.3 min

Poverty Rate

2.8%

Median Age

44.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Carle Place Middle Senior High School

What grades does Carle Place Middle Senior High School serve?

Carle Place Middle Senior High School serves students in grades 7th through 12th.

How many students attend Carle Place Middle Senior High School?

Carle Place Middle Senior High School has an enrollment of approximately 610 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Carle Place Middle Senior High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Carle Place Middle Senior High School is 8.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Carle Place Middle Senior High School rank in NY?

Carle Place Middle Senior High School ranks #1,502 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Carle Place Middle Senior High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Carle Place Middle Senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Carle Place Middle Senior High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Carle Place Middle Senior High School has 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Carle Place Middle Senior High School a charter school?

No, Carle Place Middle Senior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Carle Place Middle Senior High School a Title I school?

No, Carle Place Middle Senior High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Carle Place Middle Senior High School?

25.7% of students at Carle Place Middle Senior High 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
72 Very Walkable
Bike Score
48 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
610
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
72
Free/Reduced Lunch
25.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Nassau County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
8.9%
4-Year Graduation
95%+

District

CARLE PLACE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
1,286
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$39,838
District Rank
#3 of 3

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