Serving 657 students in grades 5-8, Island Trees 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 58% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% 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: 5-8
- Enrollment: 657 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Island Trees Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Island Trees Middle School's student population of 657 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
657 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Island Trees 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 Island Trees Middle School is 0.64, 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
#1116 out of 4377 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
19%
10%
Hispanic
23%
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
53%
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
25%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Island Trees Middle School's ranking?
Island Trees Middle School is ranked #1116 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?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Island Trees Middle School?
657 students attend Island Trees Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Island Trees Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Island Trees Middle School?
Island Trees Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Island Trees Middle School offer ?
Island Trees Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Island Trees Middle School part of?
Island Trees Middle School is part of Island Trees Union Free School District.
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