GRAND AVENUE MIDDLE SCHOOL
915 Students
Middle School 7th - 8th
School Overview
Grand Avenue Middle School, located in Bellmore, New York, is a key component of the Bellmore-Merrick Central High School District. Serving students in grades 7 and 8, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive, student-centered environment that bridges the transition from elementary school to high school. The institution places a strong emphasis on academic excellence, offering a comprehensive curriculum that prepares students for the rigorous demands of the district’s high school programs while encouraging intellectual curiosity and personal growth.
Beyond academics, Grand Avenue Middle School is well-regarded for its robust extracurricular culture, which includes a wide array of athletic teams, clubs, and fine arts programs designed to help students discover their unique interests and talents. The school maintains a focus on the "whole child," integrating social-emotional learning with core academics to promote inclusivity and community responsibility. With a commitment to clear communication between staff, parents, and students, Grand Avenue serves as a foundational hub for the Bellmore community, helping young adolescents navigate their formative years with confidence and support.
Beyond academics, Grand Avenue Middle School is well-regarded for its robust extracurricular culture, which includes a wide array of athletic teams, clubs, and fine arts programs designed to help students discover their unique interests and talents. The school maintains a focus on the "whole child," integrating social-emotional learning with core academics to promote inclusivity and community responsibility. With a commitment to clear communication between staff, parents, and students, Grand Avenue serves as a foundational hub for the Bellmore community, helping young adolescents navigate their formative years with confidence and support.
915
Total Students
74.0
Full-Time Teachers
12.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
17.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 614 |
| Hispanic | 161 |
| Black | 23 |
| Asian | 98 |
| Two or More | 16 |
| American Indian | 3 |
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White614 (67.1 %)
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Hispanic161 (17.6 %)
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Asian98 (10.7 %)
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Black23 (2.5 %)
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Two or More16 (1.7 %)
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American Indian3 (0.3 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Middle School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | BELLMORE-MERRICK CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT |
| Phone: | (516)992-1100 |
| Website: | http://www.bellmore-merrick.k12.ny.us/ |
| Grade Range: | 7th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 915 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 74.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 12.4 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 131 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 25 |
Grades Taught
Grade 7
446
Grade 8
464
Ungraded
5
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 7 | 446 |
| Grade 8 | 464 |
| Ungraded | 5 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 443 | 48.4% |
| Male | 472 | 51.6% |
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