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#1929 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 41% in state

Casey Middle School

Middle School · WILLIAMSVILLE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

105 CASEY RD, East Amherst, NY 14051

Enrollment

646

Student-Teacher

10.8:1

Score

6.8

Grades

5th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#1,929 of 4,742

In East Amherst

#4 of 4

public schools

In district

#10 of 13

WILLIAMSVILLE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

Academic performance

8.0 / 10

Excellent

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Casey Middle School

6.8/10

Middle School in East Amherst · grades 5th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Casey Middle School

Casey Middle School is a public middle school in East Amherst, NY, part of WILLIAMSVILLE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Casey Middle School serves approximately 646 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Casey Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,929 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Casey Middle School show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 6.7
  • NY avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.4Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.54 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.0Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency61.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency68.3% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+18.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+20.6 pts
Overall Proficiency65% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)60% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+4.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile70th
Resources & Environment7.2Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,892
Chronic Absenteeism16.4%

Casey Middle School — Students at Casey Middle School score 65% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

26.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 64.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
35.9% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 66.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
54.9% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 36 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
98%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
88%
ELA
79%
2011
Math
86%
ELA
78%
2012
Math
53%
ELA
55%
2013
Math
51%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
75%
ELA
61%
2016
Math
75%
ELA
56%
2017
Math
77%
ELA
61%
2018
Math
73%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
73%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
51%
ELA
69%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
69.2%
2022
Math
61.4%
ELA
68.3%

* 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: 5.4/10.

How Casey Middle School Compares

See how Casey Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.8/10
59th percentile in NY
Academic
8.0/10
Excellent
Growth
5.4/10
Average
Environment
7.2/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
26%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
60 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.4%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

105 CASEY RD, East Amherst, NY 14051

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Casey Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. TRANSIT MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is MILL MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Williamsville), with a comparable rating. Additionally, HEIM MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Williamsville), with a comparable rating. For more schools in East Amherst, see our East Amherst schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.3 mi
School Distance Rating
WILLIAMSVILLE NORTH HIGH SCHOOL Williamsville 0.1 mi 8.4
DODGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Amherst 0.7 mi 8.5
HEIM MIDDLE SCHOOL Williamsville 1.6 mi 6.0
MAPLE EAST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Williamsville 2.1 mi 7.9
HEIM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Williamsville 1.7 mi 6.3
WILLIAMSVILLE EAST HIGH SCHOOL East Amherst 1.9 mi 8.5
ST MARYS SCHOOL East Amherst 2.1 mi 6.0
TRANSIT MIDDLE SCHOOL East Amherst 2.2 mi 7.6
MAPLE WEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Williamsville 2.6 mi 7.4
COUNTRY PARKWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Williamsville 2.9 mi 7.7
MILL MIDDLE SCHOOL Williamsville 3.3 mi 6.4
JEWISH HERITAGE DAY SCHOOL/OHR TEMIMIM Amherst 2.5 mi 6.4
WILLIAMSVILLE SOUTH HIGH SCHOOL Williamsville 3.9 mi 8.1
CHRISTIAN CENTRAL ACADEMY Williamsville 4.0 mi 7.8
GATEWAY-LONGVIEW LYNDE SCHOOL Williamsville 4.0 mi 8.8
MAPLEMERE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Amherst 3.5 mi 6.7
FOREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Williamsville 4.1 mi 7.2
HERITAGE HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Amherst 3.2 mi 5.1
SWEET HOME SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Amherst 3.3 mi 8.0
SMALLWOOD DRIVE SCHOOL Amherst 4.3 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 14051 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$126,895

Median Home Value

$386,500

Median Rent

$1,840/mo

Population

20,333

College Educated

64%

Homeownership

80.5%

Avg Commute

23.8 min

Poverty Rate

4.1%

Median Age

45.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Casey Middle School

What grades does Casey Middle School serve?

Casey Middle School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.

How many students attend Casey Middle School?

Casey Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 646 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Casey Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Casey Middle School is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Casey Middle School rank in NY?

Casey Middle School ranks #1,929 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Casey Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Casey Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Casey Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Casey Middle School has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Casey Middle School a charter school?

No, Casey Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Casey Middle School a Title I school?

No, Casey Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Casey Middle School?

26.2% of students at Casey 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
23 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
646
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
60
Free/Reduced Lunch
26.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Erie County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.4%

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