Serving 903 students in grades 6-8, Robert Frost Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (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 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 903 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Robert Frost Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Robert Frost Middle School's student population of 903 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 87 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
903 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
87 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Robert Frost 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 Robert Frost Middle School is 0.75, which is more 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
#2090 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
15%
10%
Hispanic
32%
29%
Black
22%
16%
White
28%
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
44%
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 Robert Frost Middle School's ranking?
Robert Frost Middle School is ranked #2090 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Robert Frost Middle School often compared to?
Robert Frost Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John F Kennedy Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Robert Frost Middle School?
903 students attend Robert Frost Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Robert Frost Middle School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 22% of students are Black, 15% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Robert Frost Middle School?
Robert Frost Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Robert Frost Middle School offer ?
Robert Frost Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Robert Frost Middle School part of?
Robert Frost Middle School is part of Deer Park Union Free School District.
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