Below Average
#3867 of 4,742 schools in NY
J William Leary Junior High School
Middle School · MASSENA CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
1 SCHOOL ST, Massena, NY 13662
Enrollment
380
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
4.6
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
380
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
4.6
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,867 of 4,742
In Massena
#5 of 5
public schools
In district
#5 of 5
MASSENA CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
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J William Leary Junior High School
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About J William Leary Junior High School
J William Leary Junior High School is a public middle school in Massena, NY, part of MASSENA CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. J William Leary Junior High School serves approximately 380 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. J William Leary Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #3,867 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for J William Leary Junior High School show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
37% of students at J William Leary Junior High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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J William Leary Junior High School — Students at J William Leary Junior High School score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
53.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 32 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: 3.5/10.
How J William Leary Junior High School Compares
See how J William Leary Junior High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1 SCHOOL ST, Massena, NY 13662
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering J William Leary Junior High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. ST LAWRENCE MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 10.6 miles away, in nearby Brasher Falls), which scores notably higher. Another option is A A KINGSTON MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 5.8/10, 17.6 miles away, in nearby Potsdam), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NORWOOD-NORFOLK MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 4.5/10, 11.3 miles away, in nearby Norwood), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Massena, see our Massena schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 20.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 13662 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,987
Median Home Value
$118,300
Median Rent
$712/mo
Population
15,737
College Educated
23.6%
Homeownership
67.3%
Avg Commute
19 min
Poverty Rate
19.8%
Median Age
46
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| ANDRIES HUDDE Brooklyn, NY | 4.5 |
| CLARKE MIDDLE SCHOOL Adams, NY | 4.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about J William Leary Junior High School
What grades does J William Leary Junior High School serve?
J William Leary Junior High School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend J William Leary Junior High School?
J William Leary Junior High School has an enrollment of approximately 380 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at J William Leary Junior High School?
The student-teacher ratio at J William Leary Junior High School is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does J William Leary Junior High School rank in NY?
J William Leary Junior High School ranks #3,867 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is J William Leary Junior High School's MySchoolScout rating?
J William Leary Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 J William Leary Junior High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, J William Leary Junior High School has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is J William Leary Junior High School a charter school?
No, J William Leary Junior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is J William Leary Junior High School a Title I school?
No, J William Leary Junior High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for J William Leary Junior High School?
53.2% of students at J William Leary Junior High 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 380
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 53.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- St. Lawrence County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.1%
- Phone
- (315) 764-3720
Resources & Links
District
MASSENA CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 2,447
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,383
- District Rank
- #5 of 5
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