Serving 454 students in grades 6-8, Nesaquake Middle School ranks in the top 20% 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 77% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 454 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nesaquake Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Nesaquake Middle School's student population of 454 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
454 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 25, 2026
School Rankings
Nesaquake 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 Nesaquake Middle School is 0.32, 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
#590 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
9%
30%
Black
1%
16%
White
82%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
4%
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 Nesaquake Middle School's ranking?
Nesaquake Middle School is ranked #590 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Nesaquake Middle School often compared to?
Nesaquake Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Great Hollow Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Nesaquake Middle School?
454 students attend Nesaquake Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Nesaquake Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nesaquake Middle School?
Nesaquake Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Nesaquake Middle School offer ?
Nesaquake Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Nesaquake Middle School part of?
Nesaquake Middle School is part of Smithtown Central School District.
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