Excellent
#238 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 5% in state
H B Thompson Middle School
Middle School · SYOSSET CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
98 ANN DR, Syosset, NY 11791
Enrollment
955
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
8.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
955
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
8.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#238 of 4,742
In Syosset
#5 of 10
public schools
In district
#5 of 10
SYOSSET CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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H B Thompson Middle School
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About H B Thompson Middle School
H B Thompson Middle School is a public middle school in Syosset, NY, part of SYOSSET CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. H B Thompson Middle School serves approximately 955 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio. H B Thompson Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #238 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for H B Thompson Middle School show 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.7 · Excellent
- District avg 8.7
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 9.6:1 students to teachers, H B Thompson Middle School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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H B Thompson Middle School — Students at H B Thompson Middle School score 84% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
13.8%
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
→ StableAverage 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 H B Thompson Middle School Compares
See how H B Thompson Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
98 ANN DR, Syosset, NY 11791
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering H B Thompson Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. SOUTH WOODS MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 1.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, PLAINVIEW-OLD BETHPAGE MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Plainview), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Syosset, see our Syosset schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WILLITS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Syosset | 0.1 mi | 8.2 |
| BAYLIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plainview | 0.7 mi | 8.6 |
| FUSION ACADEMY WOODBURY NY Woodbury | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| SOUTH GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Syosset | 0.8 mi | 8.6 |
| JUDY JACOBS PARKWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plainview | 1.0 mi | 9.1 |
| PS 256 Syosset | 1.2 mi | 4.1 |
| ST EDWARD CONFESSOR SCHOOL Syosset | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| VILLAGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Syosset | 1.2 mi | 8.7 |
| STRATFORD ROAD SCHOOL Plainview | 1.4 mi | 9.2 |
| OUR LADY OF MERCY ACADEMY Syosset | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
| PLAINVIEW-OLD BETHPAGE MIDDLE SCHOOL Plainview | 1.7 mi | 8.6 |
| WOODLAND AVENUE SCHOOL Hicksville | 1.6 mi | 7.1 |
| SYOSSET SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Syosset | 1.8 mi | 9.2 |
| WALT WHITMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Woodbury | 1.5 mi | 8.8 |
| HEBREW ACADEMY OF NASSAU-PLAINVIEW CAMPUS Plainview | 1.8 mi | 7.3 |
| SOUTH WOODS MIDDLE SCHOOL Syosset | 1.9 mi | 8.7 |
| BERRY HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Syosset | 2.0 mi | 9.0 |
| THE CENTER FOR DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES Woodbury | 2.0 mi | 7.2 |
| PASADENA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plainview | 2.2 mi | 8.8 |
| ROBBINS LANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Syosset | 1.7 mi | 8.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11791 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$204,357
Median Home Value
$918,900
Median Rent
$3,091/mo
Population
25,194
College Educated
70.6%
Homeownership
92.8%
Avg Commute
39.5 min
Poverty Rate
3.5%
Median Age
43
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| GREAT NECK NORTH MIDDLE SCHOOL Great Neck, NY | 8.7 |
| H B MATTLIN MIDDLE SCHOOL Plainview, NY | 8.7 |
| SOUTH WOODS MIDDLE SCHOOL Syosset, NY | 8.7 |
| GARDEN CITY MIDDLE SCHOOL Garden City, NY | 8.6 |
| PLAINVIEW-OLD BETHPAGE MIDDLE SCHOOL Plainview, NY | 8.6 |
| ROBERT CUSHMAN MURPHY JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL East Setauket, NY | 8.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about H B Thompson Middle School
What grades does H B Thompson Middle School serve?
H B Thompson Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend H B Thompson Middle School?
H B Thompson Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 955 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at H B Thompson Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at H B Thompson Middle School is 9.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does H B Thompson Middle School rank in NY?
H B Thompson Middle School ranks #238 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is H B Thompson Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
H B Thompson Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 H B Thompson Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, H B Thompson Middle School has 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is H B Thompson Middle School a charter school?
No, H B Thompson Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is H B Thompson Middle School a Title I school?
No, H B Thompson Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for H B Thompson Middle School?
13.8% of students at H B Thompson 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
- 955
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 100
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 13.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Nassau County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 7.6%
- Phone
- (516) 364-5760
Resources & Links
District
SYOSSET CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 7,016
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $35,609
- District Rank
- #5 of 10
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