Serving 897 students in grades 7-8, Grand Avenue Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 86% (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 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 897 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 86% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 92% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Grand Avenue Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Grand Avenue Middle School's student population of 897 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
897 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
School Rankings
Grand Avenue Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Grand Avenue Middle School is 0.51, 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
#712 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
10%
Hispanic
17%
30%
Black
2%
16%
White
67%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
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 Grand Avenue Middle School's ranking?
Grand Avenue Middle School is ranked #712 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Grand Avenue Middle School often compared to?
Grand Avenue Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Merrick Avenue Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
86% 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 Grand Avenue Middle School?
897 students attend Grand Avenue Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Grand Avenue Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Grand Avenue Middle School?
Grand Avenue Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Grand Avenue Middle School offer ?
Grand Avenue Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Grand Avenue Middle School part of?
Grand Avenue Middle School is part of Bellmore-Merrick Central High School District.
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