Serving 648 students in grades 6-8, Nyack Middle School ranks in the top 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 59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (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 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 648 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nyack Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Nyack Middle School's student population of 648 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
648 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Building Bridges for today's students to cross into tomorrow's world with equity, innovation and optimism
School Rankings
Nyack Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nyack Middle School is 0.74, 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
#1418 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
10%
Hispanic
31%
30%
Black
17%
16%
White
37%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Nyack Middle School's ranking?
Nyack Middle School is ranked #1418 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Nyack Middle School often compared to?
Nyack Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Orangetown Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Nyack Middle School?
648 students attend Nyack Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Nyack Middle School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nyack Middle School?
Nyack Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Nyack Middle School offer ?
Nyack Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Nyack Middle School part of?
Nyack Middle School is part of Nyack Union Free School District.
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