Serving 354 students in grades 6-8, Rye Neck Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 354 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rye Neck Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Rye Neck Middle School's student population of 354 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
354 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rye Neck 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 Rye Neck Middle School is 0.54, 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
#763 out of 4377 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
10%
Hispanic
20%
30%
Black
1%
16%
White
64%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
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 Rye Neck Middle School's ranking?
Rye Neck Middle School is ranked #763 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Rye Neck Middle School often compared to?
Rye Neck Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hommocks School, Rye Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Rye Neck Middle School?
354 students attend Rye Neck Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Rye Neck Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rye Neck Middle School?
Rye Neck Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Rye Neck Middle School offer ?
Rye Neck Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Rye Neck Middle School part of?
Rye Neck Middle School is part of Rye Neck Union Free School District.
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