Excellent
#286 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 6% in state
Plainview-old Bethpage Middle School
Middle School · PLAINVIEW-OLD BETHPAGE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
121 CENTRAL PARK RD, Plainview, NY 11803
Enrollment
918
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
8.6
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
918
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
8.6
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#286 of 4,742
In Plainview
#6 of 8
public schools
In district
#7 of 7
PLAINVIEW-OLD BETHPAGE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Plainview-old Bethpage Middle School
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About Plainview-old Bethpage Middle School
Plainview-old Bethpage Middle School is a public middle school in Plainview, NY, part of PLAINVIEW-OLD BETHPAGE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Plainview-old Bethpage Middle School serves approximately 918 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Plainview-old Bethpage Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #286 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Plainview-old Bethpage Middle School show 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- District avg 8.6
- NY avg 6.1
Score Breakdown
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Plainview-old Bethpage Middle School — Students at Plainview-old Bethpage Middle School score 75% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
17.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 36 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 7.9/10.
How Plainview-old Bethpage Middle School Compares
See how Plainview-old Bethpage Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
121 CENTRAL PARK RD, Plainview, NY 11803
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Plainview-old Bethpage Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. JOHN F KENNEDY MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Bethpage), with a very similar rating. Another option is H B MATTLIN MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, H B THOMPSON MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Syosset), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Plainview, see our Plainview schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HEBREW ACADEMY OF NASSAU-PLAINVIEW CAMPUS Plainview | 0.3 mi | 7.3 |
| JUDY JACOBS PARKWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plainview | 0.9 mi | 9.1 |
| PASADENA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plainview | 0.9 mi | 8.8 |
| STRATFORD ROAD SCHOOL Plainview | 0.8 mi | 9.2 |
| H B MATTLIN MIDDLE SCHOOL Plainview | 0.9 mi | 8.7 |
| KRAMER LANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plainview | 1.2 mi | 8.2 |
| BAYLIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plainview | 1.1 mi | 8.6 |
| PLAINVIEW-OLD BETHPAGE/JFK HIGH SCHOOL Plainview | 1.1 mi | 9.3 |
| CHARLES CAMPAGNE SCHOOL Bethpage | 1.6 mi | 7.7 |
| H B THOMPSON MIDDLE SCHOOL Syosset | 1.7 mi | 8.7 |
| WILLITS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Syosset | 1.7 mi | 8.2 |
| BETHPAGE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Bethpage | 1.8 mi | 9.1 |
| FUSION ACADEMY WOODBURY NY Woodbury | 1.8 mi | 6.8 |
| WOODLAND AVENUE SCHOOL Hicksville | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
| JOHN F KENNEDY MIDDLE SCHOOL Bethpage | 2.2 mi | 8.8 |
| SOUTH GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Syosset | 1.9 mi | 8.6 |
| OLD BETHPAGE SCHOOL Old Bethpage | 1.8 mi | 9.1 |
| WALT WHITMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Woodbury | 2.4 mi | 8.8 |
| EAST STREET SCHOOL Hicksville | 2.0 mi | 6.5 |
| CRESTWOOD COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Melville | 2.0 mi | 3.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11803 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$184,410
Median Home Value
$732,000
Median Rent
$3,026/mo
Population
30,219
College Educated
66.4%
Homeownership
93.2%
Avg Commute
35.2 min
Poverty Rate
3.3%
Median Age
45.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| GARDEN CITY MIDDLE SCHOOL Garden City, NY | 8.6 |
| ROBERT CUSHMAN MURPHY JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL East Setauket, NY | 8.6 |
| GREAT NECK NORTH MIDDLE SCHOOL Great Neck, NY | 8.7 |
| H B MATTLIN MIDDLE SCHOOL Plainview, NY | 8.7 |
| H B THOMPSON MIDDLE SCHOOL Syosset, NY | 8.7 |
| JHS 167 ROBERT F WAGNER New York, NY | 8.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Plainview-old Bethpage Middle School
What grades does Plainview-old Bethpage Middle School serve?
Plainview-old Bethpage Middle School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend Plainview-old Bethpage Middle School?
Plainview-old Bethpage Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 918 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Plainview-old Bethpage Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Plainview-old Bethpage Middle School is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Plainview-old Bethpage Middle School rank in NY?
Plainview-old Bethpage Middle School ranks #286 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Plainview-old Bethpage Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Plainview-old Bethpage Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 Plainview-old Bethpage Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Plainview-old Bethpage Middle School has 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Plainview-old Bethpage Middle School a charter school?
No, Plainview-old Bethpage Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Plainview-old Bethpage Middle School a Title I school?
No, Plainview-old Bethpage Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Plainview-old Bethpage Middle School?
17.2% of students at Plainview-old Bethpage 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
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 918
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 81
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 17.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Nassau County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 4.8%
- Phone
- (516) 434-3308
Resources & Links
District
PLAINVIEW-OLD BETHPAGE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 5,359
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $31,591
- District Rank
- #7 of 7
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