Very Good
#1443 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 30% in state
Silas Wood 6th Grade Center
Middle School · SOUTH HUNTINGTON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
23 HARDING PL, Huntington Station, NY 11746
Enrollment
426
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
7.3
Grades
6th – 6th
Enrollment
426
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
7.3
Grades
6th – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,443 of 4,742
In Huntington Station
#2 of 7
public schools
In district
#2 of 7
SOUTH HUNTINGTON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Silas Wood 6th Grade Center
Middle School in Huntington Station · grades 6th – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Silas Wood 6th Grade Center
Silas Wood 6th Grade Center is a public middle school in Huntington Station, NY, part of SOUTH HUNTINGTON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Silas Wood 6th Grade Center serves approximately 426 students, and covers grades 6th-6th, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Silas Wood 6th Grade Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,443 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Silas Wood 6th Grade Center show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 6.3
- NY avg 6.1
Score Breakdown
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Silas Wood 6th Grade Center — Students at Silas Wood 6th Grade Center score 42% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
46.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 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: 7.3/10.
How Silas Wood 6th Grade Center Compares
See how Silas Wood 6th Grade Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
23 HARDING PL, Huntington Station, NY 11746
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Silas Wood 6th Grade Center may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. OLDFIELD MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Greenlawn), which scores slightly higher. Another option is JACK ABRAMS STEM MAGNET SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, HENRY L STIMSON MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 5.4/10, 1.3 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Huntington Station, see our Huntington Station schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DAYTOP PREPARATORY SCHOOL Huntington Station | 0.4 mi | — |
| LONG ISLAND SCHOOL FOR THE GIFTED Huntington Station | 1.1 mi | 7.8 |
| HUNTINGTON MONTESSORI-NORTHSHORE LEARNING Huntington Station | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| BIRCHWOOD INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Melville | 1.5 mi | 4.0 |
| WALT WHITMAN HIGH SCHOOL Huntington Station | 1.2 mi | 9.0 |
| WASHINGTON SCHOOL Huntington Station | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
| LONG ISLAND WHOLE CHILD ACADEMY Melville | 1.6 mi | — |
| JACK ABRAMS STEM MAGNET SCHOOL Huntington Station | 1.6 mi | 7.1 |
| HENRY L STIMSON MIDDLE SCHOOL Huntington Station | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| ST ANTHONY'S HIGH SCHOOL Huntington Station | 1.7 mi | 4.1 |
| MAPLEWOOD INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Huntington Station | 1.4 mi | 5.4 |
| COUNTRYWOOD PRIMARY CENTER Huntington Station | 1.7 mi | 7.2 |
| HUNTINGTON HIGH SCHOOL Huntington | 1.9 mi | 8.4 |
| OAKWOOD PRIMARY CENTER Huntington | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| JEFFERSON SCHOOL Huntington | 1.9 mi | 6.1 |
| WOODHULL INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Huntington | 2.5 mi | 5.1 |
| HALF HOLLOW HILLS HIGH SCHOOL WEST Dix Hills | 2.3 mi | 9.5 |
| SIGNAL HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dix Hills | 2.4 mi | 7.3 |
| J TAYLOR FINLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL Huntington | 3.0 mi | 4.8 |
| OLDFIELD MIDDLE SCHOOL Greenlawn | 2.8 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11746 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$158,309
Median Home Value
$664,900
Median Rent
$1,907/mo
Population
66,883
College Educated
50.3%
Homeownership
85%
Avg Commute
34.6 min
Poverty Rate
6.9%
Median Age
43.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| MS 358 Jamaica, NY | 7.3 |
| PUTNAM VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL Putnam Valley, NY | 7.3 |
| ROMBOUT MIDDLE SCHOOL Beacon, NY | 7.3 |
| FORTE PREPARATORY ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Elmhurst, NY | 7.2 |
| LAUNCH EXPEDITIONARY LEARNING CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 7.2 |
| LOWVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Lowville, NY | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Silas Wood 6th Grade Center
What grades does Silas Wood 6th Grade Center serve?
Silas Wood 6th Grade Center serves students in grades 6th through 6th.
How many students attend Silas Wood 6th Grade Center?
Silas Wood 6th Grade Center has an enrollment of approximately 426 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Silas Wood 6th Grade Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Silas Wood 6th Grade Center is 10.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Silas Wood 6th Grade Center rank in NY?
Silas Wood 6th Grade Center ranks #1,443 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Silas Wood 6th Grade Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Silas Wood 6th Grade Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Silas Wood 6th Grade Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Silas Wood 6th Grade Center has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022).
Is Silas Wood 6th Grade Center a charter school?
No, Silas Wood 6th Grade Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Silas Wood 6th Grade Center a Title I school?
No, Silas Wood 6th Grade Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Silas Wood 6th Grade Center?
46.7% of students at Silas Wood 6th Grade Center 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 426
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 46.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.5%
- Phone
- (631) 812-3600
Resources & Links
District
SOUTH HUNTINGTON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 5,843
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $34,137
- District Rank
- #2 of 7
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