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#906 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 19% in state

Commack Middle School

Middle School · COMMACK UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

PO BOX 150, Commack, NY 11725

Enrollment

1,334

Student-Teacher

11.4:1

Score

7.8

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#906 of 4,742

In Commack

#2 of 7

public schools

In district

#2 of 8

COMMACK UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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7.8/10

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About Commack Middle School

Commack Middle School is a public middle school in Commack, NY, part of COMMACK UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Commack Middle School serves approximately 1,334 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Commack Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #906 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Commack Middle School show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.7 pts above NY schools
  • This school 7.8 · Very Good
  • NY avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.9Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.91 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics7.5Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency68.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency54.1% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+28.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-8.7 pts
Overall Proficiency61% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)64% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-2.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile63th
Resources & Environment9.5Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$33,581
Chronic Absenteeism13.3%

Commack Middle School — Students at Commack Middle School score 61% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

15.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 64.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
33.6% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 63.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.2% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 34 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
95%
ELA
89%
2010
Math
83%
ELA
71%
2011
Math
84%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
48%
ELA
45%
2013
Math
53%
ELA
44%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
51%
2015
Math
69%
ELA
54%
2016
Math
69%
ELA
59%
2017
Math
73%
ELA
68%
2018
Math
80%
ELA
68%
2019
Math
80%
ELA
68%
2020*
Math
54%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
42.8%
ELA
67%
2022
Math
68.5%
ELA
54.1%

* 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: 6.9/10.

How Commack Middle School Compares

See how Commack Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.8/10
81th percentile in NY
Academic
7.5/10
Very Good
Growth
6.9/10
Average
Environment
9.5/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
15%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
117 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.3%

Location

PO BOX 150, Commack, NY 11725

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Commack Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. CANDLEWOOD MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Dix Hills), with a very similar rating. Another option is ELWOOD MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Elwood), with a comparable rating. Additionally, NORTH MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 5.0/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Brentwood), a more accessible option. For more schools in Commack, see our Commack schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.1 mi
School Distance Rating
ROLLING HILLS SCHOOL Dix Hills 0.3 mi 7.6
NASSAU SUFFOLK SERVICES FOR AUTISM Commack 0.6 mi
CANDLEWOOD MIDDLE SCHOOL Dix Hills 1.8 mi 8.0
BURR INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Commack 2.0 mi 5.8
SAWMILL INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Commack 1.6 mi 5.5
BRENTWOOD RESIDENTIAL CENTER Dix Hills 2.1 mi
OTSEGO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dix Hills 2.1 mi 7.7
WOOD PARK SCHOOL Commack 1.8 mi 7.7
VANDERBILT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dix Hills 1.8 mi 8.2
HARLEY AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elwood 2.4 mi 7.8
THE CHILDREN'S CENTER AT UCP Commack 2.3 mi 5.2
WESTERN SUFFOLK BOCES Dix Hills 2.3 mi 5.7
COMMACK HIGH SCHOOL Commack 3.0 mi 9.2
JAMES H BOYD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Huntington 2.7 mi 7.8
ELWOOD/JOHN GLENN HIGH SCHOOL Elwood 2.9 mi 8.6
NORTH MIDDLE SCHOOL Brentwood 2.7 mi 5.0
NORTH RIDGE SCHOOL Commack 3.2 mi 7.8
ELWOOD MIDDLE SCHOOL Elwood 3.1 mi 7.1
NORTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brentwood 2.7 mi 4.3
FRESHMAN CENTER Brentwood 3.1 mi 4.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11725 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$168,324

Median Home Value

$643,000

Median Rent

$2,358/mo

Population

29,050

College Educated

59%

Homeownership

92.8%

Avg Commute

33.2 min

Poverty Rate

3.5%

Median Age

42.6

Similar Schools

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IS 34 TOTTENVILLE Staten Island, NY 7.8
JHS 227 EDWARD B SHALLOW Brooklyn, NY 7.8
HOWARD L GOFF SCHOOL East Greenbush, NY 7.7
IS 24 MYRA S BARNES Staten Island, NY 7.7
IS 98 BAY ACADEMY Brooklyn, NY 7.7
JHS 157 STEPHEN A HALSEY Rego Park, NY 7.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Commack Middle School

What grades does Commack Middle School serve?

Commack Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Commack Middle School?

Commack Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 1,334 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Commack Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Commack Middle School is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Commack Middle School rank in NY?

Commack Middle School ranks #906 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Commack Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Commack Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Commack Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Commack Middle School has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Commack Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Commack Middle School a Title I school?

No, Commack Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Commack Middle School?

15.3% of students at Commack 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
13 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
21 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,334
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
117
Free/Reduced Lunch
15.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Suffolk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.3%

District

COMMACK UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
5,518
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$33,581
District Rank
#2 of 8

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