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Howard T Herber Middle School

Public | 5-8 | 531 students

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4 stars

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Posted November 3, 2012

This school is very spirited, holds many pep rallies each year, and the school is very caring. They are also very serious about the state tests, they make easy ways for kids to remember things that their teachers taught them to help them with their state tests. Not only academically good, but their bands are very advanced. They have very good, advanced, band teachers. They learn much each year. In fact, the high school marching band of Malverne, also known as, "Pride of Malverne", have won the state championships two times in a row, 2010 and 2011. They won also on 2004. So, yes. Overall, this school runs very efficiently and smooth.


Posted June 19, 2009

Howard T. Herber is a wonderful school with very knowledgeable, caring, and supportive teachers.The administrative staff takes the time out to update parents on all things relating to students. They recognize the talent in every child and should be commended for their great efforts in producing future leaders
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 31, 2009

My son has attended HTH for two years now and I am very happy with this school. The teachers are outstanding. The principal and other administrators are always looking for ways to improve things and really care about the children. I feel lucky that this is my public school
—Submitted by a parent


Posted February 10, 2009

the school has a wonderful curriculum and will give you a solid education. There are amazing teachers that will teach your child everything they need to know and more. If you don't go to this school then you should tell your parent or guardian to transfer you immediately to this wonderful district
—Submitted by a student


Posted November 14, 2008

I noticed all of the reviews of HTH MS are from 2004. I have two children attending the school and have only great things so say about it. The only thing wrong is that the people in this town don't send there kids there. What is wrong with all of you. The teachers are great, the principal is wonderful and respected by the kids. There are tons of extra's going on every day from theatre club to science club. I have never had any bullying problems and the staff keeps everyone in check. The children that my kids have made friends with are great and they are developing nice relationships with many different ethnic backrounds, like the real world. Don't go by what you hear until you experience this school district yourself.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 1, 2004

As a former student, I must say the teachers and staff are excellent! However, the students are out of control. Many people throw, scream, fight and bully other people. The student body is horrific. I believe the teachers and staff deserve better students. I feel very uncomfortable in the Howard T. Herber environment and that is why I am a former student.
—Submitted by Nicholas Dalia, a former student


Posted April 26, 2004

Excellent 7th & 8th grade teachers. I moved my son from a private school to Malverne HTH MS and I have no regrets. This school's Special Education program has also been above average in tending to my child's needs. Go HTH!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 22, 2004

Excellent Principal, adminstration and teaching staff. Has done excellent job in increasing their academic abilities consistently over several years now.
—Submitted by Jack Tulley, a parent


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The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
English Language Arts

The state average for English Language Arts was 58% in 2012.

135 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
67%

2011

 
 
56%
Math

The state average for Math was 67% in 2012.

137 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
71%

2011

 
 
69%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New York used the New York State Assessments to test students in grades 3 through 8 in English language arts and math, and in grades 4 and 8 in science. The results for English language arts and math are displayed on GreatSchools profiles and the science results will be added when they are released in the Fall of 2013. The tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New York. The goal is for 90% of students to meet or exceed grade-level standards on the tests.

See New York's state standards

Source: New York State Education Department

English Language Arts

The state average for English Language Arts was 56% in 2012.

126 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
62%

2011

 
 
64%
Math

The state average for Math was 65% in 2012.

127 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
77%

2011

 
 
83%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New York used the New York State Assessments to test students in grades 3 through 8 in English language arts and math, and in grades 4 and 8 in science. The results for English language arts and math are displayed on GreatSchools profiles and the science results will be added when they are released in the Fall of 2013. The tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New York. The goal is for 90% of students to meet or exceed grade-level standards on the tests.

See New York's state standards

Source: New York State Education Department

English Language Arts

The state average for English Language Arts was 52% in 2012.

126 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
53%

2011

 
 
54%
Math

The state average for Math was 65% in 2012.

127 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
76%

2011

 
 
70%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New York used the New York State Assessments to test students in grades 3 through 8 in English language arts and math, and in grades 4 and 8 in science. The results for English language arts and math are displayed on GreatSchools profiles and the science results will be added when they are released in the Fall of 2013. The tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New York. The goal is for 90% of students to meet or exceed grade-level standards on the tests.

See New York's state standards

Source: New York State Education Department

English Language Arts

The state average for English Language Arts was 50% in 2012.

127 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
58%

2011

 
 
55%
Math

The state average for Math was 61% in 2012.

130 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
89%

2011

 
 
87%
Science

The state average for Science was 69% in 2011.

65 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
66%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New York used the New York State Assessments to test students in grades 3 through 8 in English language arts and math, and in grades 4 and 8 in science. The results for English language arts and math are displayed on GreatSchools profiles and the science results will be added when they are released in the Fall of 2013. The tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New York. The goal is for 90% of students to meet or exceed grade-level standards on the tests.

See New York's state standards

Source: New York State Education Department

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
Black 61% 19%
White 20% 51%
Hispanic 16% 21%
Asian/Pacific Islander 4% 8%
American Indian/Alaska Native N/A 0%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 34%N/A44%
Limited English proficient 1%N/A7%
Source: NYSED, 2007-2008

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 10N/A13
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Teacher experience

  This school District averageState average
Fewer than 3 years experience 10%N/A10%
Source: NYSED, 2007-2008

Teacher education levels

  This school District averageState average
Master's degree and above 50%N/A33%
Source: NYSED, 2007-2008

Teacher credentials

  This school District averageState average
Teachers with no valid teaching certificate 1%N/A5%
Source: NYSED, 2007-2008
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75 Ocean Ave
Malverne, NY 11565
Phone: (516) 887-6445

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