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Rocky Point Middle School

Public | 6-8 | 818 students

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7 reviews of this school


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Posted April 13, 2010

Great school-wonderful teachers. Many activities for the children. A caring community has produced a number one public school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted June 30, 2009

The school is verfy supportive of new students. The teachers are very approachable via in person, email, or by phone. I was very impressed with the Teacher e-boards and the e-portal to track my daughter's progress. The school offers a pleasant, upbeat, and safe environment.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted June 16, 2009

This school succeeds very well in helping students make a smooth transition from the intermediate school to middle school. The district's online parent portal makes it easy to track how your child is doing on every assignment in every class. Teachers' e-boards make it easy to find out what's going on in the classroom and what assignments students should be working on at home. The administrators are well-liked by students and parents alike. Wide range of extra-curricular activities. Very upbeat, positive learning environment. My only complaint is that the curriculum could be more challenging -- especially for high performing students.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted February 14, 2007

i go to rocky point middle school and i like it and i would say its a good school.
—Submitted by a student


Posted January 24, 2006

Art and sports programs are very good, however if you have a child that requires more acadmic attention, good luck! If they are not Special Education but require additional services they will fight you and tell you that your child doesn't need it because they don't want their ratings to go down with the state education department. If you have a mainstream child that doesn't require much added services then the district is great.
—Submitted by Meridith Garza, a parent


Posted August 9, 2005

Great School.... Great athletic and music program. Named 'best sportsmanship' of the region.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted July 27, 2005

I feel that the quality of academic programs in Rocky Point Middle School are well within the means of most NYS schools. Their sports programs, are average, but I feel their music programs are above average compared to other districts. If you want to be involved with the Middle School, I believe you are welcomed to do so at any time.
—Submitted by a parent


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The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

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 56% in 2012.

270 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
69%

2011

 
 
61%
Math

The state average for Math was 65% in 2012.

271 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
75%

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

English Language Arts

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

273 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
55%

2011

 
 
51%
Math

The state average for Math was 65% in 2012.

272 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
76%

2011

 
 
71%
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.

265 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
55%

2011

 
 
47%
Math

The state average for Math was 61% in 2012.

267 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
66%

2011

 
 
64%
Science

The state average for Science was 69% in 2011.

229 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
82%
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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GreatSchools Ratings are based on the most recent standardized test results for schools. Use the breakdown ratings below to compare types of students at this school. Learn more »


Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 93% 51%
Hispanic 5% 21%
Asian/Pacific Islander 1% 8%
Black 1% 19%
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 12%N/A44%
Limited English proficient 1%N/A7%
Source: NYSED, 2007-2008

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 16N/A13
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Teacher experience

  This school District averageState average
Fewer than 3 years experience 9%N/A10%
Source: NYSED, 2007-2008

Teacher education levels

  This school District averageState average
Master's degree and above 55%N/A33%
Source: NYSED, 2007-2008

Teacher credentials

  This school District averageState average
Teachers with no valid teaching certificate 2%N/A5%
Source: NYSED, 2007-2008
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76 Rocky Pt-Yaphank Rd
Rocky Point, NY 11778
Phone: (631) 744-1600

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