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#1625 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 34% in state

Mineola Middle School

Middle School · MINEOLA UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

200 EMORY RD, Mineola, NY 11501

Enrollment

656

Student-Teacher

12.1:1

Score

7.1

Grades

5th – 7th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#1,625 of 4,742

In Mineola

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#2 of 5

MINEOLA UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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7.1/10

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About Mineola Middle School

Mineola Middle School is a public middle school in Mineola, NY, part of MINEOLA UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Mineola Middle School serves approximately 656 students, and covers grades 5th-7th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Mineola Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,625 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Mineola Middle School show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.0 pts above NY schools
  • This school 7.1 · Very Good
  • NY avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.8Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.39 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.9Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency51.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency53.3% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+8.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+5.6 pts
Overall Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)59% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-6.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile54th
Resources & Environment9.6Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$33,143
Chronic Absenteeism11.9%

Mineola Middle School — Students at Mineola Middle School score 52% 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

28.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 64.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
41.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 52.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
53.2% (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
97%
ELA
85%
2010
Math
79%
ELA
59%
2011
Math
83%
ELA
66%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
39%
2013
Math
59%
ELA
38%
2014
Math
56%
ELA
37%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
55%
ELA
45%
2017
Math
58%
ELA
49%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
53%
2019
Math
62%
ELA
53%
2020*
Math
66%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
65.8%
ELA
55.8%
2022
Math
51.5%
ELA
53.3%

* 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: 5.8/10.

How Mineola Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.1/10
66th percentile in NY
Academic
6.9/10
Average
Growth
5.8/10
Average
Environment
9.6/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
29%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
54 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
11.9%

Location

200 EMORY RD, Mineola, NY 11501

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mineola Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. GARDEN CITY MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Garden City), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST AIDAN UPPER SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Williston Park), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Mineola, see our Mineola schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
JACKSON AVENUE SCHOOL Mineola 0.1 mi 7.5
MINEOLA HIGH SCHOOL Garden City Park 0.5 mi 6.4
GARDEN CITY HIGH SCHOOL Garden City 0.7 mi 9.0
ST AIDAN SCHOOL Williston Park 1.1 mi 6.6
SCHECHTER SCHOOL OF LONG ISLAND Williston Park 1.1 mi 7.5
ST AIDAN UPPER SCHOOL Williston Park 1.1 mi 6.1
CENTER STREET SCHOOL Williston Park 1.1 mi 9.1
HAMPTON STREET SCHOOL Mineola 0.9 mi 4.5
GARDEN CITY PARK SCHOOL Garden City Park 1.0 mi 7.4
GARDEN CITY MIDDLE SCHOOL Garden City 1.4 mi 8.6
STRATFORD AVENUE SCHOOL Garden City 1.4 mi 8.0
HEMLOCK SCHOOL Garden City 1.2 mi 6.7
NORTH SIDE SCHOOL East Williston 1.4 mi 9.3
THE WALDORF SCHOOL OF GARDEN CITY Garden City 1.7 mi 8.9
HERRICKS HIGH SCHOOL New Hyde Park 1.6 mi 9.1
DENTON AVENUE SCHOOL New Hyde Park 1.5 mi 8.9
NEW HYDE PARK MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL New Hyde Park 1.4 mi 8.2
SEARINGTOWN SCHOOL Albertson 2.0 mi 7.0
MEADOW DRIVE SCHOOL Albertson 2.0 mi 5.0
HOMESTEAD SCHOOL Garden City 1.7 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11501 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$138,323

Median Home Value

$627,200

Median Rent

$2,267/mo

Population

21,590

College Educated

54.8%

Homeownership

66.1%

Avg Commute

32.4 min

Poverty Rate

6.5%

Median Age

41.7

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School Rating
ALGONQUIN MIDDLE SCHOOL Averill Park, NY 7.1
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CONSELYEA PREPARATORY SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY 7.1
ELWOOD MIDDLE SCHOOL Elwood, NY 7.1
IROQUOIS MIDDLE SCHOOL Schenectady, NY 7.1
JACK ABRAMS STEM MAGNET SCHOOL Huntington Station, NY 7.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mineola Middle School

What grades does Mineola Middle School serve?

Mineola Middle School serves students in grades 5th through 7th.

How many students attend Mineola Middle School?

Mineola Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 656 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mineola Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Mineola Middle School is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mineola Middle School rank in NY?

Mineola Middle School ranks #1,625 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Mineola Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Mineola Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Mineola Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mineola Middle School has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Mineola Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Mineola Middle School a Title I school?

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

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

28.5% of students at Mineola 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
78 Very Walkable
Transit Score
59 Good Transit
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 7th
Enrollment
656
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
54
Free/Reduced Lunch
28.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Nassau County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.9%

District

MINEOLA UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
2,827
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$33,143
District Rank
#2 of 5

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