HOWITT SCHOOL

HOWITT SCHOOL is a Title I public middle school that is part of the FARMINGDALE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in FARMINGDALE, NY with about 1,313 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 109 teachers, HOWITT SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Howitt Middle School, located at 70 Van Cott Avenue in Farmingdale, New York, serves as a central hub for the Farmingdale Union Free School District. As a middle school institution, it acts as a critical transitional bridge for students moving from the elementary level to the more rigorous academic environment of Farmingdale High School. The school is committed to the district’s mission of fostering a supportive and challenging learning environment that encourages both intellectual growth and social-emotional development during the pivotal middle school years.

The school operates under the broader umbrella of the Farmingdale school system, emphasizing a well-rounded curriculum that integrates core academic subjects with opportunities for extracurricular involvement. By leveraging the resources of the larger district, Howitt Middle School provides students with access to a variety of programs designed to prepare them for secondary education. For families or community members seeking detailed information regarding school policies, academic calendars, or district initiatives, the official website at [farmingdaleschools.org](http://www.farmingdaleschools.org) serves as the primary resource for engagement and communication.

For more information, contact HOWITT SCHOOL at (516) 434-5410 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.