Serving 570 students in grades 5-8, Hampton Bays Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower 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 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 570 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hampton Bays Middle School's student population of 570 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
570 students
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hampton Bays Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hampton Bays Middle School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3191 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
68%
31%
Black
n/a
15%
White
30%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hampton Bays Middle School's ranking?
Hampton Bays Middle School is ranked #3191 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Hampton Bays Middle School often compared to?
Hampton Bays Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Center Moriches Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Hampton Bays Middle School?
570 students attend Hampton Bays Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Hampton Bays Middle School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hampton Bays Middle School?
Hampton Bays Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hampton Bays Middle School offer ?
Hampton Bays Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hampton Bays Middle School part of?
Hampton Bays Middle School is part of Hampton Bays Union Free School District.
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