Serving 1,125 students in grades 6-8, Herricks Middle School ranks in the top 10% 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 82% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (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 83% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,125 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 91% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Herricks Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Herricks Middle School's student population of 1,125 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 96 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,125 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
96 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Herricks Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Herricks Middle School is 0.39, 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
#385 out of 4377 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
76%
10%
Hispanic
5%
30%
Black
n/a
16%
White
17%
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
17%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Herricks Middle School's ranking?
Herricks Middle School is ranked #385 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Herricks Middle School?
1,125 students attend Herricks Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Herricks Middle School students are Asian, 17% of students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Herricks Middle School?
Herricks Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Herricks Middle School offer ?
Herricks Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Herricks Middle School part of?
Herricks Middle School is part of Herricks Union Free School District.
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