Excellent
#266 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 6% in state
Garden City Middle School
Middle School · GARDEN CITY UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
98 CHERRY VALLEY AVE, Garden City, NY 11530
Enrollment
1,021
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
8.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,021
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
8.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#266 of 4,742
In Garden City
#2 of 8
public schools
In district
#2 of 7
GARDEN CITY UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Garden City Middle School
Garden City Middle School is a public middle school in Garden City, NY, part of GARDEN CITY UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Garden City Middle School serves approximately 1,021 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Garden City Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #266 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Garden City Middle School show 86% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- NY avg 6.1
Score Breakdown
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Garden City Middle School — Students at Garden City Middle School score 79% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 67%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
4.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 7.7/10.
How Garden City Middle School Compares
See how Garden City Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
98 CHERRY VALLEY AVE, Garden City, NY 11530
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Garden City Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. MINEOLA MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Mineola), a more accessible option. Additionally, GEORGE WASHINGTON SCHOOL (rated 5.6/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby West Hempstead), a more accessible option. For more schools in Garden City, see our Garden City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THE WALDORF SCHOOL OF GARDEN CITY Garden City | 0.6 mi | 8.9 |
| GARDEN CITY HIGH SCHOOL Garden City | 0.8 mi | 9.0 |
| GEORGE WASHINGTON SCHOOL West Hempstead | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| SACRED HEART ACADEMY Hempstead | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| MINEOLA MIDDLE SCHOOL Mineola | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| DAVID PATERSON SCHOOL Hempstead | 1.4 mi | 3.5 |
| ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Hempstead | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| JACKSON AVENUE SCHOOL Mineola | 1.5 mi | 7.5 |
| RHODES ACADEMY OF HUMANITIES AND THE ARTS Hempstead | 1.2 mi | 2.2 |
| MINEOLA HIGH SCHOOL Garden City Park | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| STRATFORD AVENUE SCHOOL Garden City | 1.2 mi | 8.0 |
| HEBREW ACADEMY OF NASSAU COUNTY West Hempstead | 1.6 mi | 6.6 |
| CRESCENT SCHOOL Hempstead | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
| HEMLOCK SCHOOL Garden City | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| HAMPTON STREET SCHOOL Mineola | 1.6 mi | 4.5 |
| NASSAU BOCES Garden City | 1.4 mi | 5.7 |
| H FRANK CAREY HIGH SCHOOL Franklin Square | 1.4 mi | 7.8 |
| JOHN STREET SCHOOL Franklin Square | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
| STEWART SCHOOL Garden City | 1.4 mi | 8.2 |
| WASHINGTON STREET SCHOOL Franklin Square | 1.5 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11530 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$202,841
Median Home Value
$987,800
Median Rent
$3,501/mo
Population
28,041
College Educated
70.9%
Homeownership
89.1%
Avg Commute
34.1 min
Poverty Rate
3.4%
Median Age
41.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| PLAINVIEW-OLD BETHPAGE MIDDLE SCHOOL Plainview, NY | 8.6 |
| ROBERT CUSHMAN MURPHY JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL East Setauket, NY | 8.6 |
| GREAT NECK NORTH MIDDLE SCHOOL Great Neck, NY | 8.7 |
| H B MATTLIN MIDDLE SCHOOL Plainview, NY | 8.7 |
| H B THOMPSON MIDDLE SCHOOL Syosset, NY | 8.7 |
| JHS 167 ROBERT F WAGNER New York, NY | 8.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Garden City Middle School
What grades does Garden City Middle School serve?
Garden City Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Garden City Middle School?
Garden City Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 1,021 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Garden City Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Garden City Middle School is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Garden City Middle School rank in NY?
Garden City Middle School ranks #266 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Garden City Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Garden City Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 Garden City Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Garden City Middle School has 86% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Garden City Middle School a charter school?
No, Garden City Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Garden City Middle School a Title I school?
No, Garden City Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Garden City Middle School?
4.1% of students at Garden City 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 1,021
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 86
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 4.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Nassau County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 6.2%
- Phone
- (516) 478-3000
Resources & Links
District
GARDEN CITY UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 3,964
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,791
- District Rank
- #2 of 7
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