Serving 427 students in grades 6-8, East Side Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 92% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 427 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 92% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Side Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
East Side Middle School's student population of 427 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
427 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
East Side Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Side Middle School is 0.68, 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
#238 out of 4377 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
21%
10%
Hispanic
17%
30%
Black
6%
16%
White
50%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 East Side Middle School's ranking?
East Side Middle School is ranked #238 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What schools are East Side Middle School often compared to?
East Side Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Middle School 255 Salk School Of Science, Junior High School 167 Robert F Wagner by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 92% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend East Side Middle School?
427 students attend East Side Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of East Side Middle School students are White, 21% of students are Asian, 17% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Side Middle School?
East Side Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does East Side Middle School offer ?
East Side Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is East Side Middle School part of?
East Side Middle School is part of New York City Geographic District # 2 School District.
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