Serving 1,269 students in grades 6-8, Bay Shore Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower 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 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,269 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bay Shore Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Bay Shore Middle School's student population of 1,269 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 119 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,269 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
119 teachers
School Mascot
Marauder
School Rankings
Bay Shore Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bay Shore Middle School is 0.65, 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
#2370 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
52%
30%
Black
17%
16%
White
23%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Marauder
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bay Shore Middle School's ranking?
Bay Shore Middle School is ranked #2370 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Bay Shore Middle School often compared to?
Bay Shore 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?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Bay Shore Middle School?
1,269 students attend Bay Shore Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Bay Shore Middle School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 17% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bay Shore Middle School?
Bay Shore Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bay Shore Middle School offer ?
Bay Shore Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bay Shore Middle School part of?
Bay Shore Middle School is part of Bay Shore Union Free School District.
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