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#476 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 10% in state

Locust Valley Middle School

Middle School · LOCUST VALLEY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

99 HORSE HOLLOW RD, Locust Valley, NY 11560

Enrollment

442

Student-Teacher

8.3:1

Score

8.3

Grades

6th – 9th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#476 of 4,742

In Locust Valley

#2 of 4

public schools

In district

#2 of 6

LOCUST VALLEY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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Locust Valley Middle School

8.3/10

Middle School in Locust Valley · grades 6th – 9th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Locust Valley High School

8.9/10

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8.0/10

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About Locust Valley Middle School

Locust Valley Middle School is a public middle school in Locust Valley, NY, part of LOCUST VALLEY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Locust Valley Middle School serves approximately 442 students, and covers grades 6th-9th, and has a 8.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Locust Valley Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #476 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Locust Valley Middle School show 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.2 pts above NY schools
  • This school 8.3 · Excellent
  • NY avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 8.3:1 students to teachers, Locust Valley 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 Progress7.6Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.54 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics8.6Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency78.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency70.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+39.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+7.4 pts
Overall Proficiency74% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)61% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+13.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile78th
Resources & Environment9.0Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio8.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$45,803
Chronic Absenteeism21.5%

Locust Valley Middle School — Students at Locust Valley Middle School score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

21.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 74.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
33.6% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 67.2% (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
96%
ELA
89%
2010
Math
89%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
89%
ELA
76%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2013
Math
69%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
74%
ELA
60%
2015
Math
82%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
79%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
84%
ELA
72%
2018
Math
84%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
84%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2021*
Math
55.5%
ELA
70%
2022
Math
78.7%
ELA
70.2%

* 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: 7.6/10.

How Locust Valley Middle School Compares

See how Locust Valley Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.3/10
90th percentile in NY
Academic
8.6/10
Excellent
Growth
7.6/10
Very Good
Environment
9.0/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
22%
Teaching Staff
8:1 student-teacher ratio
53 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.5%

Location

99 HORSE HOLLOW RD, Locust Valley, NY 11560

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Locust Valley Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. VERNON SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby East Norwich), with a comparable rating. Additionally, ROBERT M FINLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Glen Cove), a more accessible option. For more schools in Locust Valley, see our Locust Valley schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.8 mi
School Distance Rating
LOCUST VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL Locust Valley 0.0 mi 8.9
LOCUST VALLEY INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Locust Valley 0.4 mi 8.0
ANN MACARTHUR PRIMARY Locust Valley 0.4 mi 5.6
PORTLEDGE SCHOOL Locust Valley 1.3 mi 7.2
GRIBBIN SCHOOL Glen Cove 1.7 mi 6.8
BAYVILLE PRIMARY Bayville 1.8 mi 5.7
CONNOLLY SCHOOL Glen Cove 2.2 mi 4.2
BAYVILLE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Bayville 2.0 mi 5.2
GLEN COVE HIGH SCHOOL Glen Cove 1.9 mi 7.7
ROBERT M FINLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL Glen Cove 2.2 mi 7.1
TIEGERMAN MIDDLE SCHOOL Glen Cove 2.5 mi 8.8
DEASY SCHOOL Glen Cove 2.3 mi 6.6
NORTH SHORE DAY SCHOOL Glen Cove 2.7 mi
TIEGERMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Glen Cove 3.1 mi
THEODORE ROOSEVELT SCHOOL Oyster Bay 3.1 mi 7.5
LANDING SCHOOL Glen Cove 3.2 mi 4.0
NORTH SHORE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Glen Head 4.0 mi 9.0
GLEN HEAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Glen Head 4.1 mi 8.8
SEA CLIFF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sea Cliff 3.8 mi 9.3
VERNON SCHOOL East Norwich 3.8 mi 8.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11560 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$159,545

Median Home Value

$937,500

Median Rent

$2,467/mo

Population

6,951

College Educated

60%

Homeownership

82.5%

Avg Commute

37.7 min

Poverty Rate

4.9%

Median Age

48.1

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
FARRAGUT MIDDLE SCHOOL Hastings On Hudson, NY 8.3
HUNTERS POINT COMMUNITY MIDDLE SCHOOL Long Island City, NY 8.3
JONAS BRONCK ACADEMY Bronx, NY 8.3
MS 255 SALK SCHOOL OF SCIENCE New York, NY 8.3
MS 890 Brooklyn, NY 8.3
ROBERT E BELL SCHOOL Chappaqua, NY 8.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Locust Valley Middle School

What grades does Locust Valley Middle School serve?

Locust Valley Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 9th.

How many students attend Locust Valley Middle School?

Locust Valley Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 442 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Locust Valley Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Locust Valley Middle School is 8.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Locust Valley Middle School rank in NY?

Locust Valley Middle School ranks #476 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Locust Valley Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Locust Valley Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 Locust Valley Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Locust Valley Middle School has 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Locust Valley Middle School a charter school?

No, Locust Valley Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Locust Valley Middle School a Title I school?

No, Locust Valley Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Locust Valley Middle School?

21.7% of students at Locust Valley 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
27 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 9th
Enrollment
442
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
53
Free/Reduced Lunch
21.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Nassau County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.5%

District

LOCUST VALLEY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
1,889
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$45,803
District Rank
#2 of 6

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