Serving 744 students in grades 6-8, Great Neck North Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 744 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 88% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Great Neck North Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Great Neck North Middle School's student population of 744 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 100 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
744 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
100 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Great Neck North Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Great Neck North Middle School is 0.55, 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
#644 out of 4377 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
21%
10%
Hispanic
12%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
63%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Great Neck North Middle School's ranking?
Great Neck North Middle School is ranked #644 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Great Neck North Middle School often compared to?
Great Neck North Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Great Neck South Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Great Neck North Middle School?
744 students attend Great Neck North Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Great Neck North Middle School students are White, 21% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Great Neck North Middle School?
Great Neck North Middle School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Great Neck North Middle School offer ?
Great Neck North Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Great Neck North Middle School part of?
Great Neck North Middle School is part of Great Neck Union Free School District.
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