Serving 1,122 students in grades 6-8, Isaac E Young 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 46% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,122 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Isaac E Young Middle School's student population of 1,122 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 106 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,122 students
Total Classroom Teachers
106 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Isaac E Young 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 Isaac E Young Middle School is 0.47, 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
#2795 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
71%
31%
Black
17%
15%
White
7%
39%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Isaac E Young Middle School's ranking?
Isaac E Young Middle School is ranked #2795 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Isaac E Young Middle School often compared to?
Isaac E Young Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Albert Leonard Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Isaac E Young Middle School?
1,122 students attend Isaac E Young Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Isaac E Young Middle School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Isaac E Young Middle School?
Isaac E Young Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Isaac E Young Middle School offer ?
Isaac E Young Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Isaac E Young Middle School part of?
Isaac E Young Middle School is part of New Rochelle City School District.
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