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#1587 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 33% in state

James Wilson Young Middle School

Middle School · BAYPORT-BLUE POINT UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

602 SYLVAN AVE, Bayport, NY 11705

Enrollment

383

Student-Teacher

7.8:1

Score

7.1

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#1,587 of 4,742

In Bayport

#3 of 4

public schools

In district

#4 of 5

BAYPORT-BLUE POINT UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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James Wilson Young Middle School

7.1/10

Middle School in Bayport · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About James Wilson Young Middle School

James Wilson Young Middle School is a public middle school in Bayport, NY, part of BAYPORT-BLUE POINT UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. James Wilson Young Middle School serves approximately 383 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 7.8:1 student-teacher ratio. James Wilson Young Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,587 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for James Wilson Young Middle School show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.0 pts above NY schools
  • This school 7.1 · Very Good
  • NY avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 7.8:1 students to teachers, James Wilson Young 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.5Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.51 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.2Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency63.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency51.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+23.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-11.1 pts
Overall Proficiency58% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)63% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-5.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile59th
Resources & Environment9.5Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio7.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$39,420
Chronic Absenteeism13.6%

James Wilson Young Middle School — Students at James Wilson Young Middle School score 58% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

17.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 63.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
33.6% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 60.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.2% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 34 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
95%
ELA
86%
2010
Math
83%
ELA
79%
2011
Math
85%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
39%
ELA
55%
2013
Math
50%
ELA
43%
2014
Math
66%
ELA
44%
2015
Math
70%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
72%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
72%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
72%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
72%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
44.5%
ELA
62.3%
2022
Math
63.5%
ELA
51.7%

* 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: 5.5/10.

How James Wilson Young Middle School Compares

See how James Wilson Young Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.1/10
67th percentile in NY
Academic
7.2/10
Very Good
Growth
5.5/10
Average
Environment
9.5/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
17%
Teaching Staff
8:1 student-teacher ratio
49 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.6%

Location

602 SYLVAN AVE, Bayport, NY 11705

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering James Wilson Young Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. SAYVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Sayville), which scores slightly higher. Another option is SENECA MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Holbrook), a more accessible option. Additionally, SAXTON MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 5.3/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Patchogue), a more accessible option. For more schools in Bayport, see our Bayport schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.1 mi
School Distance Rating
SYLVAN AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bayport 0.2 mi 8.7
BLUE POINT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Blue Point 0.8 mi 7.6
BAYPORT-BLUE POINT HIGH SCHOOL Bayport 1.0 mi 9.0
ACADEMY STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bayport 1.3 mi 6.3
SUNRISE DRIVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sayville 1.3 mi 4.1
RIVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Patchogue 1.4 mi 5.0
HOLY ANGELS REGIONAL SCHOOL Patchogue 1.8 mi 5.3
LINCOLN AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sayville 1.9 mi 5.2
SOUTH OCEAN MIDDLE SCHOOL Patchogue 2.0 mi 4.9
CANAAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Patchogue 2.4 mi 3.6
MERRIMAC SCHOOL Holbrook 2.4 mi 5.8
SAYVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Sayville 2.1 mi 8.1
GRUNDY AVENUE SCHOOL Holbrook 2.5 mi 4.2
BAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Patchogue 2.3 mi 5.5
MEDFORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Patchogue 2.6 mi 5.6
TAMARAC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Holbrook 3.2 mi 6.4
CHERRY AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Sayville 2.7 mi 6.4
SAYVILLE HIGH SCHOOL West Sayville 2.8 mi 8.9
SENECA MIDDLE SCHOOL Holbrook 3.4 mi 5.9
SAXTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Patchogue 3.1 mi 5.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11705 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$161,214

Median Home Value

$618,300

Median Rent

$2,193/mo

Population

8,256

College Educated

56.2%

Homeownership

85.5%

Avg Commute

32.4 min

Poverty Rate

4.6%

Median Age

42.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about James Wilson Young Middle School

What grades does James Wilson Young Middle School serve?

James Wilson Young Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend James Wilson Young Middle School?

James Wilson Young Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 383 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at James Wilson Young Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at James Wilson Young Middle School is 7.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does James Wilson Young Middle School rank in NY?

James Wilson Young Middle School ranks #1,587 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is James Wilson Young Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

James Wilson Young Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 James Wilson Young Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, James Wilson Young Middle School has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is James Wilson Young Middle School a charter school?

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

Is James Wilson Young Middle School a Title I school?

No, James Wilson Young Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for James Wilson Young Middle School?

17.2% of students at James Wilson Young 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
34 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
383
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
49
Free/Reduced Lunch
17.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Suffolk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.6%

District

BAYPORT-BLUE POINT UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
1,877
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$39,420
District Rank
#4 of 5

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