Excellent
#49 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 1% in state
North Shore Middle School
Middle School · NORTH SHORE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
505 GLEN COVE AVE, Glen Head, NY 11545
Enrollment
659
Student-Teacher
7.8:1
Score
9.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
659
Student-Teacher
7.8:1
Score
9.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#49 of 4,742
In Glen Head
#1 of 4
public schools
In district
#2 of 5
NORTH SHORE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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North Shore Middle School
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About North Shore Middle School
North Shore Middle School is a public middle school in Glen Head, NY, part of NORTH SHORE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. North Shore Middle School serves approximately 659 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 7.8:1 student-teacher ratio. North Shore Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10 and ranks #49 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for North Shore Middle School show 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 9.2 · Excellent
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 7.8:1 students to teachers, North Shore 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
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North Shore Middle School — Students at North Shore Middle School score 82% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
12.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 33 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 9.2/10.
How North Shore Middle School Compares
See how North Shore Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
505 GLEN COVE AVE, Glen Head, NY 11545
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering North Shore Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. SEA CLIFF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.3/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Sea Cliff), with a very similar rating. Another option is ROSLYN HIGH SCHOOL (rated 9.2/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Roslyn Heights), with a very similar rating. Additionally, NORTH SHORE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 0.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Glen Head, see our Glen Head schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NORTH SHORE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Glen Head | 0.2 mi | 9.0 |
| GLENWOOD LANDING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Glen Head | 0.5 mi | 8.5 |
| SCO FAMILY SERVICES - TYREE LEARNING CENTER Sea Cliff | 0.5 mi | 7.5 |
| GLEN HEAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Glen Head | 0.6 mi | 8.8 |
| SEA CLIFF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sea Cliff | 0.8 mi | 9.3 |
| TIEGERMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Glen Cove | 1.6 mi | — |
| TIEGERMAN MIDDLE SCHOOL Glen Cove | 1.6 mi | 8.8 |
| GREEK LANGUAGE INSTITUTE Port Washington | 1.6 mi | 3.6 |
| LANDING SCHOOL Glen Cove | 2.0 mi | 4.0 |
| HARBOR HILL SCHOOL Greenvale | 2.1 mi | 8.4 |
| THE GREENVALE SCHOOL Old Brookville | 1.9 mi | 8.1 |
| DEASY SCHOOL Glen Cove | 2.4 mi | 6.6 |
| CONNOLLY SCHOOL Glen Cove | 2.1 mi | 4.2 |
| ROBERT M FINLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL Glen Cove | 2.4 mi | 7.1 |
| GRIBBIN SCHOOL Glen Cove | 2.9 mi | 6.8 |
| SOUTH SALEM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port Washington | 2.4 mi | 7.4 |
| ROSLYN HIGH SCHOOL Roslyn Heights | 3.0 mi | 9.2 |
| GLEN COVE HIGH SCHOOL Glen Cove | 3.1 mi | 7.7 |
| NORTH SHORE DAY SCHOOL Glen Cove | 3.1 mi | — |
| PAUL D SCHREIBER SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Port Washington | 2.4 mi | 8.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11545 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$164,583
Median Home Value
$1,028,900
Median Rent
$2,220/mo
Population
11,963
College Educated
66%
Homeownership
90.3%
Avg Commute
34.5 min
Poverty Rate
2.7%
Median Age
47.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| JERICHO MIDDLE SCHOOL Jericho, NY | 9.1 |
| GREAT NECK SOUTH MIDDLE SCHOOL Great Neck, NY | 9.0 |
| NYC LAB MS FOR COLLABORATIVE STUDIES New York, NY | 8.9 |
| PAUL J GELINAS JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL East Setauket, NY | 8.9 |
| EAST SIDE MIDDLE SCHOOL New York, NY | 8.8 |
| IRVINGTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Irvington, NY | 8.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about North Shore Middle School
What grades does North Shore Middle School serve?
North Shore Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend North Shore Middle School?
North Shore Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 659 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at North Shore Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at North Shore Middle School is 7.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does North Shore Middle School rank in NY?
North Shore Middle School ranks #49 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is North Shore Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
North Shore Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 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 Shore Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, North Shore Middle School has 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is North Shore Middle School a charter school?
No, North Shore Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is North Shore Middle School a Title I school?
No, North Shore Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for North Shore Middle School?
12.3% of students at North Shore 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 659
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 84
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 12.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Nassau County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.4%
- Phone
- (516) 277-7301
Resources & Links
District
NORTH SHORE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 2,534
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $43,421
- District Rank
- #2 of 5
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