Serving 1,021 students in grades 6-8, Garden City Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 93% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,021 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 93% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 97% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Garden City 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
Garden City Middle School's student population of 1,021 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 86 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,021 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
86 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Garden City Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Garden City Middle School is 0.36, 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
#222 out of 4346 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
93%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
97%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
10%
Hispanic
7%
30%
Black
1%
16%
White
79%
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
4%
54%
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 Garden City Middle School's ranking?
Garden City Middle School is ranked #222 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Garden City Middle School often compared to?
Garden City Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Great Neck South Middle School, North Shore Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
93% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Garden City Middle School?
1,021 students attend Garden City Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Garden City Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Garden City Middle School?
Garden City Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Garden City Middle School offer ?
Garden City Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Garden City Middle School part of?
Garden City Middle School is part of Garden City Union Free School District.
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