Jericho Senior High School is an American comprehensive public high school in the hamlet of Jericho in Nassau County, New York. It is the only high school in the Jericho Union Free School District.
Serving 825 students in grades 6-8, Jericho Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 91% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90% (which is higher 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 85% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 825 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 91% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 93% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jericho Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Jericho Middle School's student population of 825 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
825 students
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Year Founded
1959
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jericho Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jericho Middle School is 0.39, 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
#72 out of 4346 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
93%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
77%
10%
Hispanic
4%
31%
Black
1%
15%
White
15%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Jayhawks
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jericho Middle School's ranking?
Jericho Middle School is ranked #72 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
91% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Jericho Middle School?
825 students attend Jericho Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Jericho Middle School students are Asian, 15% of students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jericho Middle School?
Jericho Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Jericho Middle School offer ?
Jericho Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Jericho Middle School part of?
Jericho Middle School is part of Jericho Union Free School District.
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