Candlewood Middle School

Candlewood Middle School

Public Middle School | Grade 6-8
1200 Carlls Straight Path,  Dix Hills, NY
Half Hollow Hills Central School District
4.0
2.6
746 Students
A+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Principal - Mr. Andrew Greene
Student Teacher Ratio
10:1
Math Proficiency
68%
Reading Proficiency
66%

Niche Grade

A
Academics
A+
Teachers
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Reading Proficiency
66%
Math Proficiency
68%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
10:1
Teachers
74
Full Time Teachers
74
Teachers in First or Second Year
12.7%
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Very Low

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Science
2%
State Average
13%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
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The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
243:1

Student Diversity

Male
52.8%
Female
47.2%
Male
52.8%
Female
47.2%
White
40.7%
Economically disadvantaged
28.8%
Asian or Pacific Islander
23.9%
Hispanic
16%
Black
13.5%
Two or more races
5.7%
Limited English proficient
3.4%
Native American
<1%

School Rankings

#4 Best Public MS Teachers in New York
#10 Best Public MS in New York
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.0 3 Reviews
5.0
10/25/2023
My 6th grade experience at Candlewood Middle School is amazing. I got the opportunity to participate in SCMEA, and my average is a 97. I'm learning so much and the school has so many opportunities and clubs. I joined the drama club which I am so excited for. There are lots of fun hangouts made by the student government for students to get know each other and create memories.
GreatSchools Reviews
2.6 8 Reviews
2.0 other
1/21/2026
As a former student, I’m still impacted by how a serious mental-health concern was handled at this school. Students who raised concerns did so out of genuine care, but the response from the guidance system felt inadequate and left lasting emotional effects. It’s concerning that the same guidance lea...
1.0 student
1/3/2026
Currently I attend Candlewood Middle school. Confidently I can say these have been the worst years of my life. Hardship comes with the middle school experience but it gets to a point in which no developing child should experience this. The school itself is great, it provides a decent amount of clubs...
5.0 student
1/29/2025
This is one of my favorite schools. I will never forget how much I enjoyed this school, Even though I recently graduated last summer I still wish I can come back one day. One thing I could say is this is 10x better than the High School, less crowded, less confusing, and on top of that there are so m...
5.0 other
7/30/2024
One of the best school on Long Island.

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Candlewood Middle School is a public school for students in grades 6-8 in Dix Hills, NY, in the Dix Hills neighborhood, and is served by the Half Hollow Hills Central School District in New York. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 746 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 10:1. Academic records show that 68% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 66% are proficient in reading. Candlewood Middle School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $1,333,484. Discover additional schools in the area, like Brentwood Res Center, Brentwood Freshman Center, Deer Park High School, and more. Learn more about what Dix Hills has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Candlewood Middle School.

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