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Milton L Olive Middle School

Middle School · WYANDANCH UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

140 GARDEN CITY AVE, Wyandanch, NY 11798

Enrollment

614

Student-Teacher

11:1

Score

6.5

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#2,183 of 4,742

In Wyandanch

#3 of 5

public schools

In district

#2 of 4

WYANDANCH UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Milton L Olive Middle School

6.5/10

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

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About Milton L Olive Middle School

Milton L Olive Middle School is a public middle school in Wyandanch, NY, part of WYANDANCH UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Milton L Olive Middle School serves approximately 614 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. Milton L Olive Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,183 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Milton L Olive Middle School show 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.4 pts above NY schools
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • NY avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Milton L Olive Middle School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.8Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.96 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics3.8Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency12% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency36% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-27.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-26.8 pts
Overall Proficiency24% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-16.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile19th
Resources & Environment9.7Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11:1
Per-Pupil Spending$30,070
Chronic Absenteeism10.3%

Milton L Olive Middle School — Students at Milton L Olive Middle School score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

83.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 16.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
40.2% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 22.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
56.0% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 32 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
66%
ELA
52%
2010
Math
26%
ELA
26%
2011
Math
24%
ELA
21%
2012
Math
6%
ELA
9%
2013
Math
14%
ELA
8%
2014
Math
6%
ELA
6%
2015
Math
8%
ELA
9%
2016
Math
8%
ELA
14%
2017
Math
7%
ELA
20%
2018
Math
15%
ELA
25%
2019
Math
15%
ELA
25%
2020*
Math
10%
ELA
30%
2021*
Math
13.7%
ELA
28.3%
2022
Math
12%
ELA
36%

* 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: 6.8/10.

How Milton L Olive Middle School Compares

See how Milton L Olive Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.5/10
54th percentile in NY
Academic
3.8/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
6.8/10
Average
Environment
9.7/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
84%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
56 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.3%

Location

140 GARDEN CITY AVE, Wyandanch, NY 11798

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Milton L Olive Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. WEST HOLLOW MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Melville), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ROBERT FROST MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Deer Park), with a very similar rating. Additionally, WEST BABYLON JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby West Babylon), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Wyandanch, see our Wyandanch schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.4 mi
School Distance Rating
WYANDANCH MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL Wyandanch 0.2 mi 6.9
ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL 2 (THE) Wyandanch 0.8 mi 6.6
MARTIN LUTHER KING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wyandanch 0.9 mi 5.1
LAFRANCIS HARDIMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wyandanch 0.9 mi 5.5
SANTAPOGUE SCHOOL West Babylon 1.9 mi 7.4
BELMONT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Babylon 1.8 mi 4.3
TOOKER AVENUE SCHOOL West Babylon 2.4 mi 6.5
WEST HOLLOW MIDDLE SCHOOL Melville 2.2 mi 7.3
ROBERT FROST MIDDLE SCHOOL Deer Park 2.1 mi 6.7
FOREST AVENUE SCHOOL West Babylon 2.4 mi 6.4
JOHN QUINCY ADAMS PRIMARY SCHOOL Deer Park 2.3 mi 6.4
PAUMANOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dix Hills 2.5 mi 7.7
WILLIAM RALL SCHOOL Lindenhurst 2.9 mi 8.0
MAY MOORE PRIMARY SCHOOL Deer Park 2.2 mi 7.1
SAGAMORE CHILDREN'S PSYCHIATRIC CENTER Dix Hills 3.2 mi
WEST BABYLON JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL West Babylon 3.0 mi 6.1
DEER PARK HIGH SCHOOL Deer Park 2.6 mi 8.0
ROBERT MOSES MIDDLE SCHOOL North Babylon 2.6 mi 5.3
WOODS ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Babylon 2.6 mi 4.3
DANIEL STREET SCHOOL Lindenhurst 3.4 mi 7.7

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MINISINK VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL Slate Hill, NY 6.5
VAN ANTWERP MIDDLE SCHOOL Schenectady, NY 6.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Milton L Olive Middle School

What grades does Milton L Olive Middle School serve?

Milton L Olive Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Milton L Olive Middle School?

Milton L Olive Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 614 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Milton L Olive Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Milton L Olive Middle School is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Milton L Olive Middle School rank in NY?

Milton L Olive Middle School ranks #2,183 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Milton L Olive Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Milton L Olive Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Milton L Olive Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Milton L Olive Middle School has 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Milton L Olive Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Milton L Olive Middle School a Title I school?

No, Milton L Olive Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Milton L Olive Middle School?

83.6% of students at Milton L Olive 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
27 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
614
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
Teachers (FTE)
56
Free/Reduced Lunch
83.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Suffolk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.3%

District

WYANDANCH UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
2,770
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$30,070
District Rank
#2 of 4

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