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Lynbrook South Middle School

Middle School · LYNBROOK UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

333 UNION AVE, Lynbrook, NY 11563

Enrollment

375

Student-Teacher

9.6:1

Score

6.3

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#2,349 of 4,742

In Lynbrook

#6 of 7

public schools

In district

#7 of 7

LYNBROOK UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Lynbrook South Middle School

6.3/10

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About Lynbrook South Middle School

Lynbrook South Middle School is a public middle school in Lynbrook, NY, part of LYNBROOK UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Lynbrook South Middle School serves approximately 375 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Lynbrook South Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,349 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Lynbrook South Middle School show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • District avg 6.6
  • NY avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 9.6:1 students to teachers, Lynbrook South 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 Progress3.5Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.35 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.0Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency58.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency55.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+18.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-7.4 pts
Overall Proficiency57% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)65% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-7.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile57th
Resources & Environment9.8Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$32,606
Chronic Absenteeism7.5%

Lynbrook South Middle School — Students at Lynbrook South Middle School score 57% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

12.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 60.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
33.6% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 64.1% (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
98%
ELA
93%
2010
Math
91%
ELA
73%
2011
Math
94%
ELA
80%
2012
Math
56%
ELA
53%
2013
Math
71%
ELA
54%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
72%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
68.3%
2022
Math
58.2%
ELA
55.4%

* 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: 3.5/10.

How Lynbrook South Middle School Compares

See how Lynbrook South Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.3/10
51th percentile in NY
Academic
7.0/10
Very Good
Growth
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.8/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
13%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
39 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
7.5%

Location

333 UNION AVE, Lynbrook, NY 11563

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lynbrook South Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. WOODMERE MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Hewlett), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LYNBROOK NORTH MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Lynbrook, see our Lynbrook schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.4 mi
School Distance Rating
MARION STREET SCHOOL Lynbrook 0.4 mi 8.3
WAVERLY PARK SCHOOL East Rockaway 0.6 mi 7.1
LYNBROOK SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Lynbrook 0.8 mi 9.0
WILLIAM L BUCK SCHOOL Valley Stream 0.7 mi 8.0
HEWLETT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hewlett 0.7 mi 7.4
KINDERGARTEN CENTER Lynbrook 0.8 mi 7.1
CHEDER CHABAD GIRLS OF LONG ISLAND Lynbrook 0.8 mi 5.7
LYNBROOK NORTH MIDDLE SCHOOL Lynbrook 1.0 mi 6.9
HEBREW ACADEMY OF LONG BEACH EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTE Hewlett 0.9 mi 6.8
GEORGE W HEWLETT HIGH SCHOOL Hewlett 0.9 mi 9.1
WEST END SCHOOL Lynbrook 1.2 mi 8.5
OUR KIDS PLACE COUNTRY DAY Hewlett 1.0 mi
RHAME AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Rockaway 1.0 mi 4.4
CENTRE AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Rockaway 1.0 mi 7.9
BROOKLYN AVENUE SCHOOL Valley Stream 1.3 mi 6.9
DAVISON AVENUE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Lynbrook 1.5 mi 6.1
EAST ROCKAWAY JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL East Rockaway 1.3 mi 7.3
FRANKLIN EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Hewlett 1.4 mi 6.9
YESHIVA OF SOUTH SHORE Hewlett 1.4 mi 4.9
WOODMERE MIDDLE SCHOOL Hewlett 1.4 mi 8.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11563 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$138,006

Median Home Value

$595,500

Median Rent

$2,173/mo

Population

22,558

College Educated

43.6%

Homeownership

74.6%

Avg Commute

36.1 min

Poverty Rate

6.7%

Median Age

42.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lynbrook South Middle School

What grades does Lynbrook South Middle School serve?

Lynbrook South Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Lynbrook South Middle School?

Lynbrook South Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 375 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lynbrook South Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Lynbrook South Middle School is 9.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lynbrook South Middle School rank in NY?

Lynbrook South Middle School ranks #2,349 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Lynbrook South Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Lynbrook South Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Lynbrook South Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lynbrook South Middle School has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Lynbrook South Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Lynbrook South Middle School a Title I school?

No, Lynbrook South Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lynbrook South Middle School?

12.5% of students at Lynbrook South 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
48 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
375
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
39
Free/Reduced Lunch
12.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Nassau County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
7.5%

District

LYNBROOK UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
2,752
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$32,606
District Rank
#7 of 7

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