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#1007 of 4,739 schools in NY

Top 21% in state

Great Neck North Middle School

Middle School · GREAT NECK UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

77 POLO RD, Great Neck, NY 11023

Enrollment

729

Student-Teacher

7.4:1

Score

7.6

Grades

6th – 8th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Great Neck

#8 of 9

public schools

New York middle schools

#113 of 785

In district

#8 of 10

GREAT NECK UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

9.6 / 10

Exceptional

About Great Neck North Middle School

Great Neck North Middle School serves 729 students in grades 6-8 in Great Neck, New York, earning recognition as one of the state's top-performing middle schools. Ranked #257 out of 4,758 schools statewide, placing it in the 95th percentile, the school demonstrates strong academic achievement with 78% of students performing proficiently or above in English Language Arts and 66% meeting or exceeding standards in mathematics. The school benefits from an exceptionally low student-teacher ratio of 7.4:1, with 99 full-time equivalent teachers providing personalized attention to support student learning.

This staffing level allows for smaller class sizes and more individualized instruction, contributing to the school's impressive MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10. Great Neck North Middle School operates as a regular public school in Nassau County, serving families in a highly educated community where 67% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher. The school draws from neighborhoods with a median household income of $146,563 and a low poverty rate of 6.2%, reflecting the area's economic stability.

Located on Polo Road in this large suburban community of nearly 10,000 residents, Great Neck North Middle School sits in an affluent Long Island neighborhood known for its commitment to educational excellence and family-oriented atmosphere.

What Parents Should Know

With a student-teacher ratio of 7.4:1, Great Neck North Middle School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.9Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change-1.81 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics8.1Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency73%
Reading/ELA Proficiency78%
Math vs. State Avg+33.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+15.2 pts
Overall Proficiency76%
Expected (poverty-adj.)68%
vs. Expected+7.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile71th
Resources & Environment9.6Exceptional25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio7.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$34,140

Great Neck North Middle School — Students at Great Neck North Middle School score 76% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 68%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

21.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY NYSED (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 69.6%
School
State
33.6%
ELA Proficiency 77.6%
School
State
57.2%

Based on 10 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2019
Math
77%
ELA
76%
2021*
Math
67.8%
ELA
78%

* 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: 5.9/10.

How Great Neck North Middle School Compares

See how Great Neck North Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.6/10
79th percentile in NY
Academic
8.1/10
8.1/10
Growth
5.9/10
Above average
Environment
9.6/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
21%
Teaching Staff
7:1 student-teacher ratio
99 teachers

Location

77 POLO RD, Great Neck, NY 11023

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Great Neck North Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. BELL ACADEMY (rated 8.1/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Bayside), which scores slightly higher. Another option is MANHASSET MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Manhasset), with a very similar rating. Additionally, JHS 67 LOUIS PASTEUR (rated 6.0/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Little Neck), a more accessible option. For more schools in Great Neck, see our Great Neck schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
GREAT NECK NORTH HIGH SCHOOL Great Neck 0.3 mi 8.3
VILLAGE SCHOOL Great Neck 0.3 mi 7.7
SADDLE ROCK SCHOOL Great Neck 0.7 mi 9.1
JOHN F KENNEDY SCHOOL Great Neck 0.8 mi 9.0
NORTH SHORE HEBREW ACADEMY Great Neck 1.1 mi 5.6
E M BAKER SCHOOL Great Neck 0.8 mi 8.0
LONG ISLAND HEBREW ACADEMY Great Neck 1.6 mi 7.2
PS 94 DAVID D PORTER Little Neck 2.2 mi 6.9
LAKEVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Great Neck 2.3 mi 8.3
PS 98 DOUGLASTON SCHOOL (THE) Douglaston 2.4 mi 7.7
DIVINE WISDOM CATHOLIC ACADEMY Douglaston 2.7 mi 6.7
DIVINE WISDOM CATHOLIC ACADEMY Bayside 2.7 mi 6.3
MANHASSET MIDDLE SCHOOL Manhasset 2.2 mi 7.5
MANHASSET SECONDARY SCHOOL Manhasset 2.2 mi 8.3
PS 169 BAY TERRACE Bayside 2.4 mi 8.0
BELL ACADEMY Bayside 2.4 mi 8.1
MAGEN ISRAEL-GAN ISRAEL CENTER INC Great Neck 2.4 mi 6.3
JHS 67 LOUIS PASTEUR Little Neck 2.9 mi 6.0
CHABAD OF NORTHEAST QUEENS HEBREW SCHOOL Bayside 2.5 mi 6.0
CHABAD ACADEMY OF ARTS & SCIENCES Bayside 2.5 mi 4.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11023 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$151,544

Median Home Value

$1,143,800

Population

9,824

College Educated

67.7%

Homeownership

81.7%

Avg Commute

35.6 min

Poverty Rate

6.2%

Median Age

37.4

Community Profile

The community surrounding Great Neck North Middle School has a median household income of $151,544. It is a well-educated community where 68% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,143,800. The local poverty rate of 6.2% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 36 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
BALDWIN MIDDLE SCHOOL Baldwin, NY 7.6
FELIX FESTA ACHIEVEMENT MIDDLE SCHOOL West Nyack, NY 7.6
FELIX FESTA CHARACTER MIDDLE SCHOOL West Nyack, NY 7.6
JHS 223 MONTAUK (THE) Brooklyn, NY 7.6
JHS 278 MARINE PARK Brooklyn, NY 7.6
MINEOLA MIDDLE SCHOOL Mineola, NY 7.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Great Neck North Middle School

What grades does Great Neck North Middle School serve?

Great Neck North Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Great Neck North Middle School?

Great Neck North Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 729 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Great Neck North Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Great Neck North Middle School is 7.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Great Neck North Middle School rank in NY?

Great Neck North Middle School is ranked #1007 out of 4,739 schools in NY.

What is Great Neck North Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Great Neck North Middle School has a composite rating of 7.6 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Great Neck North Middle School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Great Neck North Middle School has 69.6% math proficiency and 77.6% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Great Neck North Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Great Neck North Middle School a Title I school?

No, Great Neck North Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Great Neck North Middle School?

21.3% of students at Great Neck North 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
56 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable
County Safety
Elevated (982/100K)

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
729
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
99
Free/Reduced Lunch
21.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Nassau County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

GREAT NECK UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
6,841
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$35,780
District Rank
#8 of 10

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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