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East Islip Middle School

Middle School · EAST ISLIP UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

100 REDMEN ST, Islip Terrace, NY 11752

Enrollment

786

Student-Teacher

10.8:1

Score

6.7

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#1,962 of 4,742

In Islip Terrace

#2 of 4

public schools

In district

#2 of 6

EAST ISLIP UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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East Islip Middle School

6.7/10

Middle School in Islip Terrace · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

East Islip High School

8.8/10

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5.0/10

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About East Islip Middle School

East Islip Middle School is a public middle school in Islip Terrace, NY, part of EAST ISLIP UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. East Islip Middle School serves approximately 786 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. East Islip Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,962 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for East Islip Middle School show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.6 pts above NY schools
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • NY avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.9Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.75 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.0Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency56.9% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency52.1% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+17.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-10.7 pts
Overall Proficiency55% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)60% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-5.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile57th
Resources & Environment9.2Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$32,407
Chronic Absenteeism19.2%

East Islip Middle School — Students at East Islip Middle School score 54% 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

25.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 54.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
33.6% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 58.9% (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
94%
ELA
88%
2010
Math
79%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
79%
ELA
71%
2012
Math
34%
ELA
43%
2013
Math
49%
ELA
44%
2014
Math
60%
ELA
48%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
55%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
50%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
56%
2018
Math
61%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
61%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
50%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
32.5%
ELA
66.5%
2022
Math
56.9%
ELA
52.1%

* 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: 4.9/10.

How East Islip Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.7/10
59th percentile in NY
Academic
7.0/10
Very Good
Growth
4.9/10
Below Average
Environment
9.2/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
26%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
73 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.2%

Location

100 REDMEN ST, Islip Terrace, NY 11752

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering East Islip Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. EAST ISLIP HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10), which scores notably higher. Another option is ISLIP HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Islip), which scores notably higher. Additionally, IDLE HOUR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Oakdale), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Islip Terrace, see our Islip Terrace schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.2 mi
School Distance Rating
EAST ISLIP HIGH SCHOOL Islip Terrace 0.0 mi 8.8
RUTH C KINNEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Islip Terrace 0.3 mi 5.0
CONNETQUOT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Islip Terrace 0.6 mi 3.8
ST MARY SCHOOL East Islip 1.6 mi 5.6
JOHN F KENNEDY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Islip 1.8 mi 6.1
TIMBER POINT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Islip 2.0 mi 4.5
WING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Islip 1.6 mi 7.5
FRANCIS J O'NEILL SCHOOL Central Islip 2.1 mi 6.7
MARGUERITE L MULVEY SCHOOL Central Islip 2.1 mi 6.6
IDLE HOUR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Oakdale 1.8 mi 8.3
COMMACK ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Islip 2.1 mi 3.6
CORDELLO AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Central Islip 2.7 mi 6.1
OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE EAST Central Islip 2.8 mi 5.2
ISLIP HIGH SCHOOL Islip 2.4 mi 8.5
MAUD S SHERWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Islip 2.7 mi 4.7
ISLIP MIDDLE SCHOOL Islip 2.6 mi 5.7
CHARLES A MULLIGAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Central Islip 3.2 mi 5.1
LORETTA PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brentwood 2.5 mi 3.8
SOUTHEAST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brentwood 2.7 mi 4.0
ANTHONY ALFANO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Central Islip 3.2 mi 7.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11752 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$148,538

Median Home Value

$482,300

Median Rent

$2,512/mo

Population

8,990

College Educated

31.9%

Homeownership

86.8%

Avg Commute

29.8 min

Poverty Rate

2.9%

Median Age

43.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about East Islip Middle School

What grades does East Islip Middle School serve?

East Islip Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend East Islip Middle School?

East Islip Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 786 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at East Islip Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at East Islip Middle School is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does East Islip Middle School rank in NY?

East Islip Middle School ranks #1,962 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is East Islip Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

East Islip Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 East Islip Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, East Islip Middle School has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is East Islip Middle School a charter school?

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

Is East Islip Middle School a Title I school?

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

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

25.6% of students at East Islip 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
24 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
786
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
73
Free/Reduced Lunch
25.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Suffolk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.2%

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