Serving 414 students in grades 6-8, Howard T Herber Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower 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 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 414 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Howard T Herber Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Howard T Herber Middle School's student population of 414 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
414 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Rankings
Howard T Herber Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Howard T Herber Middle School is 0.70, 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
#2174 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
8%
10%
Hispanic
31%
30%
Black
42%
16%
White
17%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Howard T Herber Middle School's ranking?
Howard T Herber Middle School is ranked #2174 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Howard T Herber Middle School often compared to?
Howard T Herber Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Valley Stream Memorial Junior High 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 52% NY state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Howard T Herber Middle School?
414 students attend Howard T Herber Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Howard T Herber Middle School students are Black, 31% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Howard T Herber Middle School?
Howard T Herber Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Howard T Herber Middle School offer ?
Howard T Herber Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Howard T Herber Middle School part of?
Howard T Herber Middle School is part of Malverne Union Free School District.
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