Serving 837 students in grades 6-8, South Side 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 69% (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 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 837 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 83% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Side Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
South Side Middle School's student population of 837 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 88 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
837 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
88 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Side 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 South Side Middle School is 0.47, 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
#786 out of 4377 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
15%
29%
Black
8%
16%
White
71%
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
13%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Side Middle School's ranking?
South Side Middle School is ranked #786 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are South Side Middle School often compared to?
South Side Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Great Neck North Middle School, Great Neck South Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% 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 South Side Middle School?
837 students attend South Side Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of South Side Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Side Middle School?
South Side Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does South Side Middle School offer ?
South Side Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is South Side Middle School part of?
South Side Middle School is part of Rockville Centre Union Free School District.
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