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North Middle School

Middle School · BRENTWOOD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

350 WICKS RD, Brentwood, NY 11717

Enrollment

1,098

Student-Teacher

13.1:1

Score

5.0

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#3,561 of 4,742

In Brentwood

#3 of 13

public schools

In district

#5 of 17

BRENTWOOD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

7.7 / 10

Very Good

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North Middle School

5.0/10

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

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4.3/10

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About North Middle School

North Middle School is a public middle school in Brentwood, NY, part of BRENTWOOD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. North Middle School serves approximately 1,098 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. North Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,561 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for North Middle School show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • District avg 4.8
  • NY avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.1Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.07 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.0Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency18.9% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-20.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-30.8 pts
Overall Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-15.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile21th
Resources & Environment7.7Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$27,306
Chronic Absenteeism23%

North Middle School — Students at North Middle School score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

81.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 28.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
33.6% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 29.2% (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
83%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
51%
ELA
38%
2011
Math
53%
ELA
39%
2012
Math
15%
ELA
17%
2013
Math
15%
ELA
13%
2014
Math
30%
ELA
11%
2015
Math
31%
ELA
19%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
16%
2017
Math
33%
ELA
23%
2018
Math
29%
ELA
20%
2019
Math
29%
ELA
20%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
38%
2021*
Math
12.8%
ELA
37.3%
2022
Math
18.9%
ELA
32%

* 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: 4.1/10.

How North Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.0/10
25th percentile in NY
Academic
4.0/10
Below Average
Growth
4.1/10
Below Average
Environment
7.7/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
81%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
84 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.0%

Location

350 WICKS RD, Brentwood, NY 11717

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering North Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. COMMACK MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Commack), which scores notably higher. Another option is WEST MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 5.6/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Bay Shore), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, EAST MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 4.7/10, 1.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Brentwood, see our Brentwood schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
FRESHMAN CENTER Brentwood 0.5 mi 4.3
TWIN PINES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brentwood 0.6 mi 5.1
NORTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brentwood 0.6 mi 4.3
PINE PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brentwood 0.6 mi 4.5
BRENTWOOD HIGH SCHOOL Brentwood 1.5 mi 6.8
NORTHEAST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brentwood 1.3 mi 4.1
SOUTH MIDDLE SCHOOL Brentwood 2.0 mi 4.0
OAK PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bay Shore 2.3 mi 5.3
WOOD PARK SCHOOL Commack 2.4 mi 7.7
EAST MIDDLE SCHOOL Brentwood 1.9 mi 4.7
SAWMILL INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Commack 2.5 mi 5.5
BRENTWOOD RESIDENTIAL CENTER Dix Hills 1.9 mi
EAST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brentwood 2.1 mi 4.6
HEMLOCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bay Shore 2.6 mi 4.4
PINES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hauppauge 2.7 mi 7.7
WEST MIDDLE SCHOOL Bay Shore 2.9 mi 5.6
SOUTHWEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bay Shore 3.1 mi 3.6
COMMACK MIDDLE SCHOOL Commack 2.7 mi 7.8
ROLLING HILLS SCHOOL Dix Hills 2.7 mi 7.6
SOUTHEAST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brentwood 2.8 mi 4.0

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LANCASTER MIDDLE SCHOOL Lancaster, NY 5.0
WEST MIDDLE SCHOOL West Seneca, NY 5.0
A M COSGROVE MIDDLE SCHOOL Spencerport, NY 5.1
DRAPER MIDDLE SCHOOL Schenectady, NY 5.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about North Middle School

What grades does North Middle School serve?

North Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend North Middle School?

North Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 1,098 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at North Middle School is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does North Middle School rank in NY?

North Middle School ranks #3,561 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is North Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

North Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 North Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, North Middle School has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is North Middle School a charter school?

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

Is North Middle School a Title I school?

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

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

81.1% of students at North 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
18 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,098
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
84
Free/Reduced Lunch
81.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Suffolk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.0%

District

BRENTWOOD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
18,443
Schools in District
17
Per-Pupil Spending
$27,306
District Rank
#5 of 17

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