Excellent
#239 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 5% in state
South Woods Middle School
Middle School · SYOSSET CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
99 PELL LN, Syosset, NY 11791
Enrollment
785
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
8.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
785
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
8.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#239 of 4,742
In Syosset
#6 of 10
public schools
In district
#6 of 10
SYOSSET CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About South Woods Middle School
South Woods Middle School is a public middle school in Syosset, NY, part of SYOSSET CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. South Woods Middle School serves approximately 785 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. South Woods Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #239 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for South Woods Middle School show 85% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.7 · Excellent
- District avg 8.7
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 9.7:1 students to teachers, South Woods 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
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South Woods Middle School — Students at South Woods Middle School score 81% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 33 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: 7.8/10.
How South Woods Middle School Compares
See how South Woods Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
99 PELL LN, Syosset, NY 11791
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering South Woods Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. WEST SIDE SCHOOL (rated 9.3/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is SYOSSET SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 9.2/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, STRATFORD ROAD SCHOOL (rated 9.2/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Plainview), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Syosset, see our Syosset schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SYOSSET SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Syosset | 0.2 mi | 9.2 |
| THE CENTER FOR DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES Woodbury | 0.4 mi | 7.2 |
| BERRY HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Syosset | 0.4 mi | 9.0 |
| OUR LADY OF MERCY ACADEMY Syosset | 0.6 mi | 7.5 |
| PS 256 Syosset | 0.7 mi | 4.1 |
| VILLAGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Syosset | 0.9 mi | 8.7 |
| ST EDWARD CONFESSOR SCHOOL Syosset | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| FUSION ACADEMY WOODBURY NY Woodbury | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
| WEST SIDE SCHOOL Syosset | 1.7 mi | 9.3 |
| WALT WHITMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Woodbury | 1.5 mi | 8.8 |
| EAST WOODS SCHOOL Oyster Bay | 1.8 mi | 7.6 |
| H B THOMPSON MIDDLE SCHOOL Syosset | 1.9 mi | 8.7 |
| WILLITS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Syosset | 2.0 mi | 8.2 |
| SOUTH GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Syosset | 2.4 mi | 8.6 |
| JUDY JACOBS PARKWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plainview | 2.6 mi | 9.1 |
| BAYLIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plainview | 2.6 mi | 8.6 |
| COLD SPRING HARBOR HIGH SCHOOL Cold Spring Harbor | 2.9 mi | 8.6 |
| ROBBINS LANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Syosset | 2.8 mi | 8.8 |
| STRATFORD ROAD SCHOOL Plainview | 3.3 mi | 9.2 |
| HARMONY HEIGHTS SCHOOL East Norwich | 2.6 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11791 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$204,357
Median Home Value
$918,900
Median Rent
$3,091/mo
Population
25,194
College Educated
70.6%
Homeownership
92.8%
Avg Commute
39.5 min
Poverty Rate
3.5%
Median Age
43
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| GREAT NECK NORTH MIDDLE SCHOOL Great Neck, NY | 8.7 |
| H B MATTLIN MIDDLE SCHOOL Plainview, NY | 8.7 |
| H B THOMPSON MIDDLE SCHOOL Syosset, NY | 8.7 |
| H C CRITTENDEN MIDDLE SCHOOL Armonk, NY | 8.7 |
| SEVEN BRIDGES MIDDLE SCHOOL Chappaqua, NY | 8.7 |
| GARDEN CITY MIDDLE SCHOOL Garden City, NY | 8.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about South Woods Middle School
What grades does South Woods Middle School serve?
South Woods Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend South Woods Middle School?
South Woods Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 785 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at South Woods Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at South Woods Middle School is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does South Woods Middle School rank in NY?
South Woods Middle School ranks #239 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is South Woods Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
South Woods Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 South Woods Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, South Woods Middle School has 85% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is South Woods Middle School a charter school?
No, South Woods Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is South Woods Middle School a Title I school?
No, South Woods Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 785
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 81
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Nassau County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 5.5%
- Phone
- (516) 364-5621
Resources & Links
District
SYOSSET CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 7,016
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $35,609
- District Rank
- #6 of 10
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