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#2890 of 4,742 schools in NY
Turtle Hook Middle School
Middle School · UNIONDALE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
975 JERUSALEM AVE, Uniondale, NY 11553
Enrollment
653
Student-Teacher
8.7:1
Score
5.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
653
Student-Teacher
8.7:1
Score
5.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,890 of 4,742
In Uniondale
#4 of 7
public schools
In district
#5 of 8
UNIONDALE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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About Turtle Hook Middle School
Turtle Hook Middle School is a public middle school in Uniondale, NY, part of UNIONDALE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Turtle Hook Middle School serves approximately 653 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 8.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Turtle Hook Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,890 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Turtle Hook Middle School show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 5.2
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 8.7:1 students to teachers, Turtle Hook Middle School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
36% of students at Turtle Hook Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Turtle Hook Middle School — Students at Turtle Hook Middle School score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
66.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 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: 5.5/10.
How Turtle Hook Middle School Compares
See how Turtle Hook Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
975 JERUSALEM AVE, Uniondale, NY 11553
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Turtle Hook Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. WOODLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby East Meadow), which scores notably higher. Another option is ROOSEVELT MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Roosevelt), with a very similar rating. Additionally, LAWRENCE ROAD MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 4.6/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Hempstead), a more accessible option. For more schools in Uniondale, see our Uniondale schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11553 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$105,994
Median Home Value
$486,100
Median Rent
$2,122/mo
Population
28,344
College Educated
21.7%
Homeownership
74.6%
Avg Commute
34.2 min
Poverty Rate
11.1%
Median Age
35.5
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|---|---|
| EMMA E SHERMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Henrietta, NY | 5.8 |
| HAVILAND MIDDLE SCHOOL Hyde Park, NY | 5.8 |
| HORSEHEADS INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Horseheads, NY | 5.8 |
| NORTH TONAWANDA MIDDLE SCHOOL North Tonawanda, NY | 5.8 |
| ONONDAGA HILL MIDDLE SCHOOL Syracuse, NY | 5.8 |
| SAMOSET MIDDLE SCHOOL Lake Ronkonkoma, NY | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Turtle Hook Middle School
What grades does Turtle Hook Middle School serve?
Turtle Hook Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Turtle Hook Middle School?
Turtle Hook Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 653 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Turtle Hook Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Turtle Hook Middle School is 8.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Turtle Hook Middle School rank in NY?
Turtle Hook Middle School ranks #2,890 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Turtle Hook Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Turtle Hook Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Turtle Hook Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Turtle Hook Middle School has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Turtle Hook Middle School a charter school?
No, Turtle Hook Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Turtle Hook Middle School a Title I school?
No, Turtle Hook Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Turtle Hook Middle School?
66.8% of students at Turtle Hook 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
- 653
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 75
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 66.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Nassau County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.7%
- Phone
- (516) 918-1301
Resources & Links
District
UNIONDALE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 6,210
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $37,588
- District Rank
- #5 of 8
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