Below Average
#3721 of 4,742 schools in NY
J Taylor Finley Middle School
Middle School · HUNTINGTON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
PO BOX 1500, Huntington, NY 11743
Enrollment
594
Student-Teacher
8.6:1
Score
4.8
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
594
Student-Teacher
8.6:1
Score
4.8
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,721 of 4,742
In Huntington
#8 of 9
public schools
In district
#7 of 8
HUNTINGTON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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About J Taylor Finley Middle School
J Taylor Finley Middle School is a public middle school in Huntington, NY, part of HUNTINGTON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. J Taylor Finley Middle School serves approximately 594 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 8.6:1 student-teacher ratio. J Taylor Finley Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,721 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for J Taylor Finley Middle School show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 5.7
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 8.6:1 students to teachers, J Taylor Finley 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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J Taylor Finley Middle School — Students at J Taylor Finley Middle School score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
54.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 31 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: 2.6/10.
How J Taylor Finley Middle School Compares
See how J Taylor Finley Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 1500, Huntington, NY 11743
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering J Taylor Finley Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. OLDFIELD MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Greenlawn), which scores notably higher. Another option is SILAS WOOD 6TH GRADE CENTER (rated 7.3/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Huntington Station), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JACK ABRAMS STEM MAGNET SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Huntington Station), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Huntington, see our Huntington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WOODHULL INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Huntington | 0.9 mi | 5.1 |
| FLOWER HILL SCHOOL Huntington | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| WASHINGTON DRIVE PRIMARY SCHOOL Centerport | 1.0 mi | 7.9 |
| OLDFIELD MIDDLE SCHOOL Greenlawn | 1.2 mi | 7.7 |
| JACK ABRAMS STEM MAGNET SCHOOL Huntington Station | 1.7 mi | 7.1 |
| WASHINGTON SCHOOL Huntington Station | 1.9 mi | 6.4 |
| ST PATRICK'S SCHOOL Huntington | 1.6 mi | 4.5 |
| HUNTINGTON HIGH SCHOOL Huntington | 1.8 mi | 8.4 |
| LOVE OF LEARNING MONTESSORI Centerport | 2.1 mi | 7.6 |
| SOUTHDOWN SCHOOL Huntington | 2.1 mi | 3.4 |
| JEFFERSON SCHOOL Huntington | 2.6 mi | 6.1 |
| MAPLEWOOD INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Huntington Station | 2.7 mi | 5.4 |
| SILAS WOOD 6TH GRADE CENTER Huntington Station | 3.0 mi | 7.3 |
| HARBORFIELDS HIGH SCHOOL Greenlawn | 2.4 mi | 8.7 |
| DAYTOP PREPARATORY SCHOOL Huntington Station | 3.2 mi | — |
| GOOSEHILL PRIMARY CENTER Cold Spring Harbor | 2.6 mi | 7.0 |
| THOMAS J LAHEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Greenlawn | 2.6 mi | 7.3 |
| HENRY L STIMSON MIDDLE SCHOOL Huntington Station | 3.3 mi | 5.4 |
| WALT WHITMAN HIGH SCHOOL Huntington Station | 3.6 mi | 9.0 |
| COLD SPRING HARBOR HIGH SCHOOL Cold Spring Harbor | 2.9 mi | 8.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11743 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$173,014
Median Home Value
$748,200
Median Rent
$2,397/mo
Population
42,423
College Educated
63.7%
Homeownership
88.9%
Avg Commute
37.1 min
Poverty Rate
4.1%
Median Age
45.4
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|---|---|
| JHS 383 PHILIPPA SCHUYLER Brooklyn, NY | 4.8 |
| NEWFANE MIDDLE SCHOOL Newfane, NY | 4.8 |
| ONEONTA MIDDLE SCHOOL Oneonta, NY | 4.8 |
| SARANAC MIDDLE SCHOOL Saranac, NY | 4.8 |
| EDMUND W MILES MIDDLE SCHOOL Amityville, NY | 4.7 |
| M CLIFFORD MILLER MIDDLE SCHOOL Lake Katrine, NY | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about J Taylor Finley Middle School
What grades does J Taylor Finley Middle School serve?
J Taylor Finley Middle School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend J Taylor Finley Middle School?
J Taylor Finley Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 594 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at J Taylor Finley Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at J Taylor Finley Middle School is 8.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does J Taylor Finley Middle School rank in NY?
J Taylor Finley Middle School ranks #3,721 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is J Taylor Finley Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
J Taylor Finley Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 J Taylor Finley Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, J Taylor Finley Middle School has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is J Taylor Finley Middle School a charter school?
No, J Taylor Finley Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is J Taylor Finley Middle School a Title I school?
No, J Taylor Finley Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for J Taylor Finley Middle School?
54.5% of students at J Taylor Finley 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
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 594
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 69
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 54.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.8%
- Phone
- (631) 673-2020
Resources & Links
District
HUNTINGTON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 4,144
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $34,631
- District Rank
- #7 of 8
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