Excellent
#483 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 10% in state
South Side Middle School
Middle School · ROCKVILLE CENTRE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
67 HILLSIDE AVE, Rockville Centre, NY 11570
Enrollment
829
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
8.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
829
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
8.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#483 of 4,742
In Rockville Centre
#4 of 6
public schools
In district
#5 of 7
ROCKVILLE CENTRE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About South Side Middle School
South Side Middle School is a public middle school in Rockville Centre, NY, part of ROCKVILLE CENTRE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. South Side Middle School serves approximately 829 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. South Side Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #483 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for South Side Middle School show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.3 · Excellent
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 9.4:1 students to teachers, South Side 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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South Side Middle School — Students at South Side Middle School score 69% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
15.2%
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
↓ 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: 7.6/10.
How South Side Middle School Compares
See how South Side Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
67 HILLSIDE AVE, Rockville Centre, NY 11570
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering South Side Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. WILLIAM S COVERT SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby South Hempstead), which scores slightly higher. Another option is WATSON SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, SOUTH SIDE HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Rockville Centre, see our Rockville Centre schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ROSA LEE YOUNG CHILDHOOD CENTER Rockville Centre | 0.3 mi | — |
| WATSON SCHOOL Rockville Centre | 0.4 mi | 8.9 |
| RIVERSIDE SCHOOL Rockville Centre | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| HEWITT SCHOOL Rockville Centre | 0.9 mi | 8.4 |
| SCHOOL 5 Oceanside | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| SCHOOL 2 Oceanside | 1.3 mi | 7.6 |
| MALVERNE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Malverne | 1.0 mi | 8.4 |
| SCHOOL 6-KINDERGARTEN CENTER Oceanside | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| CASTLETON ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL OF OCEANSIDE Oceanside | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
| HOWARD T HERBER MIDDLE SCHOOL Malverne | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| EAST ROCKAWAY JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL East Rockaway | 1.3 mi | 7.3 |
| WILSON SCHOOL Rockville Centre | 1.2 mi | 8.2 |
| SOUTH SIDE HIGH SCHOOL Rockville Centre | 1.2 mi | 8.7 |
| CENTRE AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Rockaway | 1.4 mi | 7.9 |
| DAVISON AVENUE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Lynbrook | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL Malverne | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
| PLAZA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Baldwin | 1.4 mi | 7.6 |
| SCHOOL 3 Oceanside | 1.7 mi | 7.2 |
| GRACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Malverne | 1.6 mi | 4.2 |
| WILLIAM S COVERT SCHOOL South Hempstead | 1.7 mi | 9.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11570 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$147,784
Median Home Value
$786,600
Median Rent
$1,804/mo
Population
28,162
College Educated
61.5%
Homeownership
75.7%
Avg Commute
37.8 min
Poverty Rate
5%
Median Age
43
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|---|---|
| CHRISTA MCAULIFFE SCHOOL (THE) /IS 187 Brooklyn, NY | 8.3 |
| FARRAGUT MIDDLE SCHOOL Hastings On Hudson, NY | 8.3 |
| JHS 223 MONTAUK (THE) Brooklyn, NY | 8.3 |
| MERRICK AVENUE MIDDLE SCHOOL Merrick, NY | 8.3 |
| ROBERT E BELL SCHOOL Chappaqua, NY | 8.3 |
| WOODLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL East Meadow, NY | 8.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about South Side Middle School
What grades does South Side Middle School serve?
South Side Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend South Side Middle School?
South Side Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 829 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at South Side Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at South Side Middle School is 9.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does South Side Middle School rank in NY?
South Side Middle School ranks #483 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is South Side Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
South Side Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 South Side Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, South Side Middle School has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is South Side Middle School a charter school?
No, South Side Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is South Side Middle School a Title I school?
No, South Side Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for South Side Middle School?
15.2% of students at South Side 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
- 829
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 88
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 15.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Nassau County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.3%
- Phone
- (516) 255-8976
Resources & Links
District
ROCKVILLE CENTRE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 3,326
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $36,755
- District Rank
- #5 of 7
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