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#1415 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 30% in state

Lakeland-copper Beech Middle School

Middle School · LAKELAND CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

3417 OLD YORKTOWN RD, Yorktown Heights, NY 10598

Enrollment

1,194

Student-Teacher

8.9:1

Score

7.3

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#1,415 of 4,742

In Yorktown Heights

#4 of 9

public schools

In district

#4 of 8

LAKELAND CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Lakeland-copper Beech Middle School

7.3/10

Middle School in Yorktown Heights · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.7/10

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About Lakeland-copper Beech Middle School

Lakeland-copper Beech Middle School is a public middle school in Yorktown Heights, NY, part of LAKELAND CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Lakeland-copper Beech Middle School serves approximately 1,194 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 8.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Lakeland-copper Beech Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,415 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Lakeland-copper Beech Middle School show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.2 pts above NY schools
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • NY avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 8.9:1 students to teachers, Lakeland-copper Beech 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.9Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.36 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.2Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency59% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+12.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-3.8 pts
Overall Proficiency56% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)59% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-3.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile59th
Resources & Environment9.7Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio8.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$31,251
Chronic Absenteeism10.7%

Lakeland-copper Beech Middle School — Students at Lakeland-copper Beech Middle School score 56% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

30.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 52.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
33.6% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 59.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.2% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 34 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
92%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
70%
ELA
69%
2011
Math
74%
ELA
71%
2012
Math
33%
ELA
47%
2013
Math
44%
ELA
39%
2014
Math
49%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
51%
ELA
51%
2016
Math
56%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
54%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
62%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
38%
ELA
66%
2021*
Math
36.3%
ELA
66%
2022
Math
52%
ELA
59%

* 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 Lakeland-copper Beech Middle School Compares

See how Lakeland-copper Beech Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.3/10
70th percentile in NY
Academic
7.2/10
Very Good
Growth
5.9/10
Average
Environment
9.7/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
30%
Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
134 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.7%

Location

3417 OLD YORKTOWN RD, Yorktown Heights, NY 10598

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lakeland-copper Beech Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. PUTNAM VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Putnam Valley), with a very similar rating. Another option is MAHOPAC MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Mahopac), with a very similar rating. Additionally, MILDRED E STRANG MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 2.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Yorktown Heights, see our Yorktown Heights schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.5 mi
School Distance Rating
BENJAMIN FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Yorktown Heights 0.9 mi 6.7
CROMPOND SCHOOL Yorktown Heights 1.2 mi 6.8
LAKELAND HIGH SCHOOL Shrub Oak 1.1 mi 8.6
MOHANSIC SCHOOL Yorktown Heights 1.8 mi 9.4
THOMAS JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Yorktown Heights 1.5 mi 7.1
YORKTOWN HIGH SCHOOL Yorktown Heights 2.1 mi 8.9
MILDRED E STRANG MIDDLE SCHOOL Yorktown Heights 2.3 mi 7.0
GEORGE WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mohegan Lake 2.2 mi 8.4
PUTNAM VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL Putnam Valley 2.4 mi 8.0
PUTNAM VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL Putnam Valley 2.4 mi 7.3
LINCOLN TITUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Crompond 2.8 mi 7.1
BROOKSIDE SCHOOL Yorktown Heights 3.1 mi 9.1
VAN CORTLANDTVILLE SCHOOL Mohegan Lake 2.9 mi 5.7
WALTER PANAS HIGH SCHOOL Cortlandt Manor 3.7 mi 8.7
PUTNAM VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Putnam Valley 3.7 mi 8.7
PUTNAM-WESTCHESTER BOCES Yorktown Heights 4.0 mi 6.1
ST PATRICK SCHOOL Yorktown Heights 4.4 mi 6.0
HUDSON VALLEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mahopac 4.3 mi 7.0
MAHOPAC HIGH SCHOOL Mahopac 4.3 mi 8.2
MAHOPAC MIDDLE SCHOOL Mahopac 4.5 mi 7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10598 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$163,040

Median Home Value

$591,300

Median Rent

$2,286/mo

Population

28,894

College Educated

57.6%

Homeownership

88.5%

Avg Commute

39.2 min

Poverty Rate

3.4%

Median Age

45.3

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JHS 190 RUSSELL SAGE Forest Hills, NY 7.3
KODA MIDDLE SCHOOL Clifton Park, NY 7.3
MAHOPAC MIDDLE SCHOOL Mahopac, NY 7.3
SHAKER MIDDLE SCHOOL Latham, NY 7.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lakeland-copper Beech Middle School

What grades does Lakeland-copper Beech Middle School serve?

Lakeland-copper Beech Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Lakeland-copper Beech Middle School?

Lakeland-copper Beech Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 1,194 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lakeland-copper Beech Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Lakeland-copper Beech Middle School is 8.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lakeland-copper Beech Middle School rank in NY?

Lakeland-copper Beech Middle School ranks #1,415 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Lakeland-copper Beech Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Lakeland-copper Beech Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Lakeland-copper Beech Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lakeland-copper Beech Middle School has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Lakeland-copper Beech Middle School a charter school?

No, Lakeland-copper Beech Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Lakeland-copper Beech Middle School a Title I school?

No, Lakeland-copper Beech Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lakeland-copper Beech Middle School?

30.2% of students at Lakeland-copper Beech 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
28 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
23 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,194
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
134
Free/Reduced Lunch
30.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Westchester County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.7%

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