Serving 26 students in grades 6-8, Ziccolella Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 2:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 26 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 2:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ziccolella Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Ziccolella Middle School's student population of 26 students has grown by 550% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
26 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
The diversity score of Ziccolella Middle School is 0.71, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)<50%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
2:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
35%
30%
Black
38%
16%
White
15%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average).
How many students attend Ziccolella Middle School?
26 students attend Ziccolella Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Ziccolella Middle School students are Black, 35% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ziccolella Middle School?
Ziccolella Middle School has a student ration of 2:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ziccolella Middle School offer ?
Ziccolella Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ziccolella Middle School part of?
Ziccolella Middle School is part of Greenburgh-Graham Union Free School District.
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