Excellent
#395 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 8% in state
Jonas E Salk Middle School
Middle School · LEVITTOWN UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
3359 OLD JERUSALEM RD, Levittown, NY 11756
Enrollment
938
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
8.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
938
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
8.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#395 of 4,742
In Levittown
#8 of 12
public schools
In district
#6 of 10
LEVITTOWN UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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Jonas E Salk Middle School
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About Jonas E Salk Middle School
Jonas E Salk Middle School is a public middle school in Levittown, NY, part of LEVITTOWN UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Jonas E Salk Middle School serves approximately 938 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. Jonas E Salk Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #395 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Jonas E Salk Middle School show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- District avg 8.2
- NY avg 6.1
Score Breakdown
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Jonas E Salk Middle School — Students at Jonas E Salk Middle School score 71% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
16.3%
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: 7.9/10.
How Jonas E Salk Middle School Compares
See how Jonas E Salk Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3359 OLD JERUSALEM RD, Levittown, NY 11756
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jonas E Salk Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. WISDOM LANE MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is ISLAND TREES MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 1.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, SEAFORD MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Seaford), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Levittown, see our Levittown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GEN DOUGLAS MACARTHUR SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Levittown | 0.1 mi | 8.8 |
| GARDINERS AVENUE SCHOOL Levittown | 0.5 mi | 8.5 |
| WANTAGH MIDDLE SCHOOL Wantagh | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| WANTAGH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Wantagh | 1.0 mi | 9.0 |
| ABBEY LANE SCHOOL Levittown | 1.1 mi | 7.2 |
| EAST BROADWAY SCHOOL Seaford | 0.9 mi | 7.7 |
| LEE ROAD SCHOOL Wantagh | 0.9 mi | 8.6 |
| FOREST LAKE SCHOOL Wantagh | 1.5 mi | 7.7 |
| ISLAND TREES MIDDLE SCHOOL Levittown | 1.5 mi | 7.8 |
| WISDOM LANE MIDDLE SCHOOL Levittown | 1.4 mi | 7.9 |
| SEAFORD SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Seaford | 1.5 mi | 9.2 |
| ISLAND TREES HIGH SCHOOL Levittown | 1.5 mi | 9.0 |
| PARKWAY SCHOOL East Meadow | 1.3 mi | 8.2 |
| SAW MILL ROAD SCHOOL North Bellmore | 1.5 mi | 5.2 |
| WANTAGH SCHOOL Wantagh | 1.7 mi | 6.3 |
| J FRED SPARKE SCHOOL Levittown | 1.8 mi | 8.6 |
| MICHAEL F STOKES SCHOOL Levittown | 1.8 mi | 8.4 |
| SEAFORD MIDDLE SCHOOL Seaford | 1.6 mi | 7.5 |
| MARIA REGINA SCHOOL Seaford | 1.6 mi | 6.0 |
| SUMMIT LANE SCHOOL Levittown | 1.9 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11756 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$139,901
Median Home Value
$557,300
Median Rent
$2,361/mo
Population
42,553
College Educated
36.9%
Homeownership
94%
Avg Commute
32.4 min
Poverty Rate
3.5%
Median Age
41.7
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| MS 158 MARIE CURIE Bayside, NY | 8.4 |
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| JHS 167 ROBERT F WAGNER New York, NY | 8.5 |
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| JHS 54 BOOKER T WASHINGTON New York, NY | 8.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jonas E Salk Middle School
What grades does Jonas E Salk Middle School serve?
Jonas E Salk Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Jonas E Salk Middle School?
Jonas E Salk Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 938 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jonas E Salk Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Jonas E Salk Middle School is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Jonas E Salk Middle School rank in NY?
Jonas E Salk Middle School ranks #395 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Jonas E Salk Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Jonas E Salk Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 Jonas E Salk Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Jonas E Salk Middle School has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Jonas E Salk Middle School a charter school?
No, Jonas E Salk Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Jonas E Salk Middle School a Title I school?
No, Jonas E Salk Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jonas E Salk Middle School?
16.3% of students at Jonas E Salk 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
- 938
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 85
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 16.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Nassau County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.3%
- Phone
- (516) 434-7354
Resources & Links
District
LEVITTOWN UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 7,174
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $30,621
- District Rank
- #6 of 10
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