Very Good
#1252 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 26% in state
Beach Street Middle School
Middle School · WEST ISLIP UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
17 BEACH ST, West Islip, NY 11795
Enrollment
401
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
7.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
401
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
7.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,252 of 4,742
In West Islip
#2 of 7
public schools
In district
#2 of 7
WEST ISLIP UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Beach Street Middle School
Beach Street Middle School is a public middle school in West Islip, NY, part of WEST ISLIP UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Beach Street Middle School serves approximately 401 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Beach Street Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,252 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Beach Street Middle School show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 6.8
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 9.8:1 students to teachers, Beach Street Middle School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Beach Street Middle School — Students at Beach Street Middle School score 61% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
10.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 33 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.2/10.
How Beach Street Middle School Compares
See how Beach Street Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
17 BEACH ST, West Islip, NY 11795
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Beach Street Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. UDALL ROAD MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 1.2 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, ROBERT MOSES MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 5.3/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby North Babylon), a more accessible option. For more schools in West Islip, see our West Islip schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11795 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$171,068
Median Home Value
$598,800
Median Rent
$2,660/mo
Population
25,063
College Educated
50.5%
Homeownership
95.7%
Avg Commute
30.9 min
Poverty Rate
2.4%
Median Age
39
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Beach Street Middle School
What grades does Beach Street Middle School serve?
Beach Street Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Beach Street Middle School?
Beach Street Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 401 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Beach Street Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Beach Street Middle School is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Beach Street Middle School rank in NY?
Beach Street Middle School ranks #1,252 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Beach Street Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Beach Street Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Beach Street Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Beach Street Middle School has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Beach Street Middle School a charter school?
No, Beach Street Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Beach Street Middle School a Title I school?
No, Beach Street Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Beach Street Middle School?
10.2% of students at Beach Street Middle School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 401
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 10.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.0%
- Phone
- (631) 930-1600
Resources & Links
District
WEST ISLIP UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 3,907
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $32,206
- District Rank
- #2 of 7
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