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Henry L Stimson Middle School

Middle School · SOUTH HUNTINGTON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

401 OAKWOOD RD, Huntington Station, NY 11746

Enrollment

837

Student-Teacher

10.2:1

Score

5.4

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#3,268 of 4,742

In Huntington Station

#6 of 7

public schools

In district

#5 of 7

SOUTH HUNTINGTON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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Henry L Stimson Middle School

5.4/10

Middle School in Huntington Station · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Henry L Stimson Middle School

Henry L Stimson Middle School is a public middle school in Huntington Station, NY, part of SOUTH HUNTINGTON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Henry L Stimson Middle School serves approximately 837 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Henry L Stimson Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #3,268 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Henry L Stimson Middle School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.9 pts below district
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • District avg 6.3
  • NY avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.7Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.69 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.0Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency40.1% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-0.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-2.2 pts
Overall Proficiency44% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)54% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-10.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile44th
Resources & Environment9.0Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$34,137
Chronic Absenteeism22.1%

Henry L Stimson Middle School — Students at Henry L Stimson Middle School score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

44.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 42.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
30.6% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 45.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
54.5% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 32 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
89%
ELA
78%
2010
Math
74%
ELA
58%
2011
Math
76%
ELA
64%
2012
Math
27%
ELA
46%
2013
Math
31%
ELA
46%
2014
Math
41%
ELA
44%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
51%
2016
Math
48%
ELA
55%
2017
Math
53%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
45%
ELA
36%
2019
Math
45%
ELA
36%
2020*
Math
21%
ELA
30%
2021*
Math
16%
ELA
30%
2022
Math
40.1%
ELA
47%

* 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: 2.7/10.

How Henry L Stimson Middle School Compares

See how Henry L Stimson Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.4/10
31th percentile in NY
Academic
6.0/10
Average
Growth
2.7/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.0/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
45%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
82 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.1%

Location

401 OAKWOOD RD, Huntington Station, NY 11746

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Henry L Stimson Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. SILAS WOOD 6TH GRADE CENTER (rated 7.3/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is JACK ABRAMS STEM MAGNET SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WOODHULL INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL (rated 5.1/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Huntington), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Huntington Station, see our Huntington Station schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
OAKWOOD PRIMARY CENTER Huntington 0.4 mi 7.0
WALT WHITMAN HIGH SCHOOL Huntington Station 0.5 mi 9.0
JEFFERSON SCHOOL Huntington 1.0 mi 6.1
DAYTOP PREPARATORY SCHOOL Huntington Station 1.0 mi
HUNTINGTON HIGH SCHOOL Huntington 1.6 mi 8.4
JACK ABRAMS STEM MAGNET SCHOOL Huntington Station 1.6 mi 7.1
SILAS WOOD 6TH GRADE CENTER Huntington Station 1.3 mi 7.3
BIRCHWOOD INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Melville 2.1 mi 4.0
ST PATRICK'S SCHOOL Huntington 2.5 mi 4.5
WOODHULL INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Huntington 2.6 mi 5.1
LONG ISLAND WHOLE CHILD ACADEMY Melville 2.4 mi
LONG ISLAND SCHOOL FOR THE GIFTED Huntington Station 2.2 mi 7.8
HUNTINGTON MONTESSORI-NORTHSHORE LEARNING Huntington Station 2.2 mi 5.2
CRESTWOOD COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Melville 2.8 mi 3.6
COLD SPRING HARBOR HIGH SCHOOL Cold Spring Harbor 2.6 mi 8.6
WALT WHITMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Woodbury 2.4 mi 8.8
WASHINGTON SCHOOL Huntington Station 2.4 mi 6.4
SUNQUAM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Melville 3.0 mi 6.8
ST ANTHONY'S HIGH SCHOOL Huntington Station 2.6 mi 4.1
THE CENTER FOR DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES Woodbury 2.6 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11746 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$158,309

Median Home Value

$664,900

Median Rent

$1,907/mo

Population

66,883

College Educated

50.3%

Homeownership

85%

Avg Commute

34.6 min

Poverty Rate

6.9%

Median Age

43.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Henry L Stimson Middle School

What grades does Henry L Stimson Middle School serve?

Henry L Stimson Middle School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend Henry L Stimson Middle School?

Henry L Stimson Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 837 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Henry L Stimson Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Henry L Stimson Middle School is 10.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Henry L Stimson Middle School rank in NY?

Henry L Stimson Middle School ranks #3,268 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Henry L Stimson Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Henry L Stimson Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Henry L Stimson Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Henry L Stimson Middle School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Henry L Stimson Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Henry L Stimson Middle School a Title I school?

No, Henry L Stimson Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Henry L Stimson Middle School?

44.8% of students at Henry L Stimson 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
52 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
837
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
82
Free/Reduced Lunch
44.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Suffolk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.1%

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