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Van Wyck Junior High School
Middle School · WAPPINGERS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
6 HILLSIDE LAKE RD, Wappingers Falls, NY 12590
Enrollment
835
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
5.8
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
835
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
5.8
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,892 of 4,742
In Wappingers Falls
#3 of 7
public schools
In district
#7 of 15
WAPPINGERS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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Van Wyck Junior High School
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About Van Wyck Junior High School
Van Wyck Junior High School is a public middle school in Wappingers Falls, NY, part of WAPPINGERS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Van Wyck Junior High School serves approximately 835 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Van Wyck Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,892 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Van Wyck Junior High School show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 5.6
- NY avg 6.1
Score Breakdown
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Van Wyck Junior High School — Students at Van Wyck Junior High School score 43% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
28.7%
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: 5.1/10.
How Van Wyck Junior High School Compares
See how Van Wyck Junior High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
6 HILLSIDE LAKE RD, Wappingers Falls, NY 12590
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Van Wyck Junior High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. JOHN JAY SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Hopewell Junction), which scores notably higher. Another option is ROY C KETCHAM SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 3.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ARLINGTON HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Lagrangeville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Wappingers Falls, see our Wappingers Falls schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FISHKILL PLAINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wappingers Falls | 0.5 mi | 6.8 |
| ST DENIS-ST COLUMBA SCHOOL Hopewell Junction | 1.9 mi | 5.1 |
| NOXON ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 2.7 mi | 7.1 |
| GAYHEAD SCHOOL Hopewell Junction | 2.7 mi | 6.6 |
| MYERS CORNERS SCHOOL Wappingers Falls | 3.1 mi | 5.7 |
| LAGRANGE MIDDLE SCHOOL Lagrangeville | 3.9 mi | 4.9 |
| JOHN JAY SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Hopewell Junction | 4.6 mi | 8.0 |
| VASSAR ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 3.9 mi | 3.5 |
| ROY C KETCHAM SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Wappingers Falls | 3.7 mi | 7.9 |
| KINRY ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 4.1 mi | 4.6 |
| ARLINGTON HIGH SCHOOL Lagrangeville | 4.8 mi | 7.8 |
| ORCHARD VIEW ALTERNATIVE HIGH SCHOOL Hopewell Junction | 4.9 mi | 6.5 |
| BRINCKERHOFF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fishkill | 4.6 mi | 7.1 |
| TITUSVILLE INTERMEDIATE Poughkeepsie | 4.9 mi | 5.2 |
| ABILITIES FIRST Poughkeepsie | 5.3 mi | 6.5 |
| ST MARTIN DE PORRES SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 4.9 mi | 5.0 |
| BETHEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hopewell Junction | 5.6 mi | — |
| POUGHKEEPSIE DAY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 5.0 mi | — |
| HAWK MEADOW MONTESSORI SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 5.8 mi | 6.6 |
| OAK GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 4.9 mi | 5.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 12590 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$98,252
Median Home Value
$365,900
Median Rent
$1,674/mo
Population
35,823
College Educated
36.1%
Homeownership
68.8%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
6%
Median Age
46.4
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| EMMA E SHERMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Henrietta, NY | 5.8 |
| HAVILAND MIDDLE SCHOOL Hyde Park, NY | 5.8 |
| HORSEHEADS INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Horseheads, NY | 5.8 |
| ONONDAGA HILL MIDDLE SCHOOL Syracuse, NY | 5.8 |
| SAMOSET MIDDLE SCHOOL Lake Ronkonkoma, NY | 5.8 |
| TURTLE HOOK MIDDLE SCHOOL Uniondale, NY | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Van Wyck Junior High School
What grades does Van Wyck Junior High School serve?
Van Wyck Junior High School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Van Wyck Junior High School?
Van Wyck Junior High School has an enrollment of approximately 835 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Van Wyck Junior High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Van Wyck Junior High School is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Van Wyck Junior High School rank in NY?
Van Wyck Junior High School ranks #2,892 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Van Wyck Junior High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Van Wyck Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Van Wyck Junior High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Van Wyck Junior High School has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Van Wyck Junior High School a charter school?
No, Van Wyck Junior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Van Wyck Junior High School a Title I school?
No, Van Wyck Junior High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Van Wyck Junior High School?
28.7% of students at Van Wyck 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 835
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 73
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 28.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Dutchess County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 26.8%
- Phone
- (845) 227-1700
Resources & Links
District
WAPPINGERS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 10,614
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,771
- District Rank
- #7 of 15
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