Locust Valley Middle School

Summary:

Locust Valley Middle School is a high-performing public middle school serving grades 6-9 in the Locust Valley Central School District, with 472 students. The school has consistently ranked among the top middle schools in New York state, with a current statewide ranking of 103 out of 1,504 middle schools and a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Locust Valley Middle School students consistently outperform the state and district averages on New York State Assessments, with proficiency rates as high as 85.96% in 8th grade English Language Arts and 85.87% in 6th grade Mathematics, compared to state averages of 51.88% and 50.56%, respectively. The school's subgroups, such as female students, male students, Hispanic students, and low socioeconomic status students, also rank among the top in the state. Additionally, Locust Valley Middle School students perform exceptionally well on Regents exams, with 100% proficiency rates in Living Environment and Algebra I, compared to the state averages of 62.35% and 62.47%.

While Roslyn Middle School, Rye Middle School, and Carrie Palmer Weber Middle School are also high-performing schools in the region, Locust Valley Middle School stands out with its exceptional academic performance and consistent high rankings. The school's high spending per student, low student-teacher ratio, and the overall high-performing nature of the Locust Valley Central School District likely contribute to its success.


Detail:

Public 6-9

 99 Horse Hollow Rd
       Locust Valley, NY  11560-1199


(516) 277-5200

District: Locust Valley Central School District

SchoolDigger Rank:
103rd of 1,504 New York Middle Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $31,694 Help


Students who attend Locust Valley Middle School usually attend:

High:    Locust Valley High School

Feeder schools for Locust Valley Middle School:

Elementary:    Ann MacArthur Primary
    Bayville Primary

Student/teacher ratio:  8.7 Help
Number of students:  472

Racial breakdown:

White:
71.2%
Hispanic:
21.6%
Asian:
4.7%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  17.4% Help


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Compare Details Locust Valley Middle School ranks better than 93.2% of middle schools in New York. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 92.7. (See more...)
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (71.2%), Hispanic (21.6%), Asian (4.7%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 17.4% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Locust Valley Middle School is 8.7. (See more...)
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Finance
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Locust Valley Middle School is $31,694.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Locust Valley Middle School:

SchoolDigger ranks Locust Valley Middle School 103rd of 1504 New York public middle schools. (See Locust Valley Middle School in the ranking list.)

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Locust Valley Central School District:

SchoolDigger ranks Locust Valley Central School District 105th of 865 New York school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Locust Valley Middle School

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Rank History for all students at Locust Valley Middle School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools NY State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2006 85.01 115th 1095 89.5%
2007 83.49 138th 1123 87.7%
2008 83.82 121st 1185 89.8%
2009 81.36 131st 1224 89.3%
2010 87.48 85th 1243 93.2%
2011 88.84 86th 1295 93.4%
2012 89.61 71st 1337 94.7%
2013 87.30 132nd 1373 90.4%
2014 77.23 229th 1401 83.7%
2015 81.50 183rd 1407 87.0%
2016 85.06 148th 1429 89.6%
2017 88.04 135th 1455 90.7%
2018 89.09 119th 1438 91.7%
2019 87.50 147th 1439 89.8%
2021 78.00 199th 1242 84.0%
2022 87.42 142nd 1479 90.4%
2023 90.94 115th 1500 92.3%
2024 92.70 103rd 1504 93.2%
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Rank History for Special Education students at Locust Valley Middle School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools NY State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 83.18 79th 1170 93.2%
2022 73.18 171st 1283 86.7%
2023 80.54 125th 1307 90.4%
2024 71.03 217th 1303 83.3%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Locust Valley Middle School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools NY State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 78.15 190th 1245 84.7%
2019 54.78 445th 1241 64.1%
2021 48.89 401st 935 57.1%
2022 94.97 54th 1306 95.9%
2023 85.24 130th 1288 89.9%
2024 92.30 71st 1296 94.5%
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Rank History for Female students at Locust Valley Middle School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools NY State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 88.03 121st 1353 91.1%
2019 85.71 156th 1370 88.6%
2021 74.23 197th 1066 81.5%
2022 90.46 91st 1454 93.7%
2023 90.46 111th 1463 92.4%
2024 90.91 106th 1465 92.8%
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Rank History for Male students at Locust Valley Middle School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools NY State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 88.28 122nd 1352 91.0%
2019 88.09 134th 1366 90.2%
2021 78.77 160th 1071 85.1%
2022 82.03 198th 1455 86.4%
2023 89.35 128th 1464 91.3%
2024 91.80 103rd 1464 93.0%
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Rank History for Hispanic students at Locust Valley Middle School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools NY State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 68.49 198th 810 75.6%
2019 41.70 452nd 826 45.3%
2022 84.86 69th 914 92.5%
2023 92.21 42nd 943 95.5%
2024 92.09 50th 953 94.8%
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Rank History for White students at Locust Valley Middle School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools NY State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 89.53 51st 763 93.3%
2019 86.23 73rd 716 89.8%
2021 77.88 108th 614 82.4%
2022 81.08 113th 748 84.9%
2023 82.66 117th 772 84.8%
2024 85.30 90th 778 88.4%
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Data source: test scores: NY State Education Department, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Enrollment information for Locust Valley Middle School

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1995 281 5 9 17 0 n/a n/a 0 312
1996 281 5 9 17 0 n/a n/a 0 312
1997 430 8 2 8 0 n/a n/a 0 448
1998 391 6 22 23 0 n/a n/a 0 442
1999 417 15 11 27 0 n/a n/a 0 470
2000 475 14 7 29 0 n/a n/a 0 525
2001 475 12 12 31 1 n/a n/a 0 531
2002 464 6 18 33 1 n/a n/a 0 522
2003 464 6 18 33 1 n/a n/a 0 522
2004 486 3 11 39 0 n/a n/a 0 539
2005 480 3 13 41 0 n/a n/a 0 537
2006 484 11 12 36 0 n/a n/a 0 543
2007 484 10 13 36 0 n/a n/a 0 543
2008 461 8 17 41 0 n/a n/a 0 527
2009 449 7 16 45 0 n/a n/a 2 519
2010 458 7 20 54 0 n/a n/a 2 541
2011 466 7 19 46 0 0 0 0 538
2012 447 5 16 77 1 0 7 0 553
2013 439 4 16 69 1 0 5 0 534
2014 448 3 21 71 1 0 7 0 551
2015 414 5 18 74 0 0 10 0 521
2016 397 6 20 71 0 0 8 0 502
2017 377 7 19 77 0 1 8 0 489
2018 376 6 19 85 0 0 6 0 492
2019 375 7 18 93 0 0 4 0 497
2020 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
2021 340 8 25 105 0 0 4 0 482
2022 322 7 24 109 0 0 4 0 466
2023 336 7 22 102 0 0 5 0 472

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Locust Valley Middle School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1995 312 24.4 12.8 3.5
1996 312 24.4 12.8 3.5
1997 448 29.4 15.2 5.6
1998 442 43.8 10.1 4.5
1999 470 26.0 18.1 5.7
2000 525 38.4 13.7 17.7
2001 531 49.0 10.8 4.9
2002 522 46.9 11.1 5.2
2003 522 46.9 11.1 5.2
2004 539 n/a n/a n/a
2005 537 51.0 10.5 6.3
2006 543 49.0 11.1 5.3
2007 543 51.1 10.6 4.6
2008 527 48.8 10.8 7.2
2009 519 49.8 10.4 7.5
2010 541 48.4 11.1 11.7
2011 538 49.6 10.8 13.4
2012 553 50.6 10.9 10.8
2013 534 47.3 11.2 10.7
2014 551 46.1 11.9 n/a
2015 521 36.0 14.4 14.8
2016 502 36.0 13.9 16.1
2017 489 37.0 13.2 19
2018 492 38.0 12.9 19.7
2019 497 34.0 14.6 18.9
2020 0 n/a n/a n/a
2021 482 n/a n/a 22
2022 466 0.0 7766.6 17
2023 472 53.9 8.7 17.4

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Locust Valley Middle School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1995 312 24.4 12.8 3.5
1996 312 24.4 12.8 3.5
1997 448 29.4 15.2 5.6
1998 442 43.8 10.1 4.5
1999 470 26.0 18.1 5.7
2000 525 38.4 13.7 17.7
2001 531 49.0 10.8 4.9
2002 522 46.9 11.1 5.2
2003 522 46.9 11.1 5.2
2004 539 n/a n/a n/a
2005 537 51.0 10.5 6.3
2006 543 49.0 11.1 5.3
2007 543 51.1 10.6 4.6
2008 527 48.8 10.8 7.2
2009 519 49.8 10.4 7.5
2010 541 48.4 11.1 11.7
2011 538 49.6 10.8 13.4
2012 553 50.6 10.9 10.8
2013 534 47.3 11.2 10.7
2014 551 46.1 11.9 n/a
2015 521 36.0 14.4 14.8
2016 502 36.0 13.9 16.1
2017 489 37.0 13.2 19
2018 492 38.0 12.9 19.7
2019 497 34.0 14.6 18.9
2020 0 n/a n/a n/a
2021 482 n/a n/a 22
2022 466 0.0 7766.6 17
2023 472 53.9 8.7 17.4

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.

Immunization Rates

Locust Valley Middle School

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YearCompletely ImmunizedReligious ExemptionMedical ExemptionPolioMeaslesMumpsRubellaDiphtheriaHepatitis BVaricella
201397.6%1.0%0.0%99.0%98.1%99.0%99.0%99.0%98.6%99.0%
201497.4%2.1%0.5%97.4%97.4%97.4%97.4%97.4%97.4%97.4%
201595.8%3.3%0.9%95.8%95.8%95.8%95.8%95.8%95.8%95.8%
201695.7%3.4%0.5%96.1%96.1%96.1%96.1%96.1%95.7%96.1%
201795.8%3.7%0.0%96.3%96.3%96.3%96.3%96.3%95.8%96.3%
201896.1%1.9%0.5%97.1%98.1%98.1%98.1%97.6%96.1%97.6%
201997.2%0.0%0.0%97.6%97.2%97.2%97.2%97.2%97.2%97.2%
202099.5%0.0%99.5%99.5%99.5%99.5%99.5%99.5%99.5%

Data source: New York State Department of Health
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Locust Valley Middle School

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $118 (0.5%) $26,010 (99.5%) $26,128
2020 $120 (0.4%) $28,836 (99.6%) $28,956
2021 $00 (0.0%) $28,482 (100.0%) $28,482
2022 $470 (1.6%) $29,455 (98.4%) $29,925
2023 $531 (1.7%) $31,162 (98.3%) $31,694

Data source: New York Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Locust Valley Middle School

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Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 147th of 1439 Middle schoolsRanks 115th of 1500 Middle schools
 2.5%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
6th Grade English Language Arts (Locust Valley Middle School)6775.7
 8.7%
   6th Grade English Language Arts (Locust Valley Central School District)6774.7
 7.7%
   6th Grade English Language Arts (New York)4745.8
 1.2%
6th Grade Math (Locust Valley Middle School)7583.3
 8.3%
   6th Grade Math (Locust Valley Central School District)7582.3
 7.3%
   6th Grade Math (New York)4748.1
 1.1%
7th Grade English Language Arts (Locust Valley Middle School)4975.3
 26.3%
   7th Grade English Language Arts (Locust Valley Central School District)4975.3
 26.3%
   7th Grade English Language Arts (New York)4048
 8%
7th Grade Math (Locust Valley Middle School)7784.5
 7.5%
   7th Grade Math (Locust Valley Central School District)7784.5
 7.5%
   7th Grade Math (New York)4451.9
 7.9%
8th Grade English Language Arts (Locust Valley Middle School)7284.4
 12.4%
   8th Grade English Language Arts (Locust Valley Central School District)7284.4
 12.4%
   8th Grade English Language Arts (New York)4855.2
 7.2%
8th Grade Math (Locust Valley Middle School)7052
 18%
   8th Grade Math (Locust Valley Central School District)7052
 18%
   8th Grade Math (New York)3340.7
 7.7%
End of Course Common Core Algebra I (Locust Valley Middle School)100100
   End of Course Common Core Algebra I (Locust Valley Central School District)91.385.5
 5.8%
   End of Course Common Core Algebra I (New York)71.164.6
 6.5%
End of Course Living Environment (Locust Valley Middle School)10099
 1%
   End of Course Living Environment (Locust Valley Central School District)90.388.6
 1.7%
   End of Course Living Environment (New York)73.265.7
 7.5%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students497472
 5%
African American77
American Indian00
Asian1822
 22.2%
Hispanic93102
 9.7%
Pacific Islander00
White375336
 10.4%
Two or More Races45
 25%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients18.9%17.4%
 1.5%


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Frequently Asked Questions about Locust Valley Middle School

Students who attend Locust Valley Middle School usually go on to attend Locust Valley High School

Yes. Locust Valley Middle School ranks in the top 6.8% of New York middle schools.

In the 2022-23 school year, 472 students attended Locust Valley Middle School.

Students at Locust Valley Middle School are 71% White, 22% Hispanic, 5% Asian, 1% African American, 1% Two or more races.


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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau, the WNYC and the New York State Department of Health and the NY State Education Department.

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