Serving 694 students in grades 6-9, Eastchester Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-9
- Enrollment: 694 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 82% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eastchester Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Eastchester Middle School's student population of 694 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-9
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
694 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Eastchester Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Eastchester Middle School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#956 out of 4377 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
14%
10%
Hispanic
15%
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
65%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
53%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eastchester Middle School's ranking?
Eastchester Middle School is ranked #956 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Eastchester Middle School?
694 students attend Eastchester Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Eastchester Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Eastchester Middle School?
Eastchester Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Eastchester Middle School offer ?
Eastchester Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-9 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Eastchester Middle School part of?
Eastchester Middle School is part of Eastchester Union Free School District.
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