Serving 918 students in grades 5-8, Plainview-old Bethpage 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 78% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 918 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Plainview-old Bethpage 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
School Overview
Plainview-old Bethpage Middle School's student population of 918 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
918 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
School Rankings
Plainview-old Bethpage Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Plainview-old Bethpage Middle School is 0.60, 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
#635 out of 4377 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
43%
10%
Hispanic
8%
30%
Black
n/a
16%
White
46%
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
16%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Plainview-old Bethpage Middle School's ranking?
Plainview-old Bethpage Middle School is ranked #635 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Plainview-old Bethpage Middle School often compared to?
Plainview-old Bethpage Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like H B Mattlin Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Plainview-old Bethpage Middle School?
918 students attend Plainview-old Bethpage Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Plainview-old Bethpage Middle School students are White, 43% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Plainview-old Bethpage Middle School?
Plainview-old Bethpage Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Plainview-old Bethpage Middle School offer ?
Plainview-old Bethpage Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Plainview-old Bethpage Middle School part of?
Plainview-old Bethpage Middle School is part of Plainview-Old Bethpage Central School District.
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