Serving 599 students in grades 7, Felix Festa Character Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 54% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7
- Enrollment: 599 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Felix Festa Character Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Felix Festa Character Middle School's student population of 599 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
599 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Felix Festa Character Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Felix Festa Character Middle School is 0.65, 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
#1467 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
16%
10%
Hispanic
25%
29%
Black
5%
16%
White
52%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Felix Festa Character Middle School's ranking?
Felix Festa Character Middle School is ranked #1467 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Felix Festa Character Middle School often compared to?
Felix Festa Character Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Felix Festa Determination Middle School, Nyack Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Felix Festa Character Middle School?
599 students attend Felix Festa Character Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Felix Festa Character Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Felix Festa Character Middle School?
Felix Festa Character Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Felix Festa Character Middle School offer ?
Felix Festa Character Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Felix Festa Character Middle School part of?
Felix Festa Character Middle School is part of Clarkstown Central School District.
School Reviews
3 12/16/2019
Amazing school
5 12/17/2016
This is the best school I have ever gone to and I have been to five different types of schools. This school has very well teaching and great programs. You have the ability to choose from three different types of music, you have technology, home ec., art, and health also. Not only that, but they have great advanced classes and intensive clases. All the teachers are amazing. Plus, since there are so many kids that go, you literally see a new face every day. I think that's pretty cool. Any ways, I love this school and anyone else who attends it would say the same thing.
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