Best 11566 New York Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 848 students in 11566, NY.
The top-ranked public middle school in 11566, NY is Merrick Avenue Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 11566 have an average math proficiency score of 85% (versus the New York public middle school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 51% statewide average). Middle schools in 11566, NY have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of New York public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public middle school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).

Best 11566, NY Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Merrick Avenue Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 85% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1870 Merrick Ave
Merrick, NY 11566
(516) 992-1200
Gr: 7-10 | 848 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 26%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 11566, NY?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 11566, NY include Merrick Avenue Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 11566?
1 public middle schools are located in 11566.
What is the racial composition of students in 11566?
11566 public middle schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public middle schools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).

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