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West Middle Island School

Elementary School · LONGWOOD CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

30 SWEZEY LN, Middle Island, NY 11953

Enrollment

687

Student-Teacher

13.7:1

Score

5.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#3,330 of 4,742

In Middle Island

#3 of 4

public schools

In district

#5 of 7

LONGWOOD CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

7.7 / 10

Very Good

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West Middle Island School

5.3/10

Elementary School in Middle Island · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.1/10

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About West Middle Island School

West Middle Island School is a public elementary school in Middle Island, NY, part of LONGWOOD CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. West Middle Island School serves approximately 687 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. West Middle Island School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #3,330 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for West Middle Island School show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • District avg 5.2
  • NY avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.8Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.77 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.5Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency34.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-21.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-26.3 pts
Overall Proficiency33% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)53% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-19.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile26th
Resources & Environment7.7Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$30,007
Chronic Absenteeism24.6%

West Middle Island School — Students at West Middle Island School score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

47.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 48.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
50.7% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 51.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
61.6% (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
89%
ELA
71%
2010
Math
66%
ELA
59%
2011
Math
66%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
39%
ELA
46%
2013
Math
40%
ELA
38%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
32.3%
ELA
51%
2022
Math
32%
ELA
34.6%

* 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: 4.8/10.

How West Middle Island School Compares

See how West Middle Island School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.3/10
30th percentile in NY
Academic
4.5/10
Below Average
Growth
4.8/10
Below Average
Environment
7.7/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
48%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
50 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.6%

Location

30 SWEZEY LN, Middle Island, NY 11953

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering West Middle Island School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FRANK J CARASITI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Rocky Point), which scores notably higher. Another option is ANDREW MULLER PRIMARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Miller Place), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MOUNT SINAI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Mount Sinai), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Middle Island, see our Middle Island schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.7 mi
School Distance Rating
CORAM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Coram 1.3 mi 4.1
LONGWOOD MIDDLE SCHOOL Middle Island 2.3 mi 4.8
MILLER PLACE HIGH SCHOOL Miller Place 2.9 mi 8.6
NEW LANE MEMORIAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Selden 2.8 mi 2.4
FRANK J CARASITI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rocky Point 3.7 mi 7.5
BICYCLE PATH KINDERGARTEN-PRE K CENTER Selden 3.2 mi 4.1
LONGWOOD HIGH SCHOOL Middle Island 3.3 mi 7.7
SACHEM HIGH SCHOOL EAST Farmingville 3.8 mi 8.5
EAGLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Medford 4.1 mi 3.8
COMSEWOGUE HIGH SCHOOL Port Jefferson Station 3.2 mi 8.3
ROCKY POINT HIGH SCHOOL Rocky Point 3.8 mi 8.2
ROCKY POINT MIDDLE SCHOOL Rocky Point 3.8 mi 6.7
STAGECOACH SCHOOL Selden 3.2 mi 5.8
MOUNT SINAI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mount Sinai 3.8 mi 7.2
CLINTON AVENUE SCHOOL Port Jefferson Station 3.4 mi 4.4
MOUNT SINAI MIDDLE SCHOOL Mount Sinai 4.0 mi 6.6
C E WALTERS SCHOOL Yaphank 4.1 mi 5.4
SOUND BEACH SCHOOL Miller Place 4.7 mi 5.6
ROBERT M GRABLE JR MOUNT SINAI HIGH SCHOOL Mount Sinai 4.2 mi 8.5
ANDREW MULLER PRIMARY SCHOOL Miller Place 4.7 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11953 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$92,049

Median Home Value

$358,400

Median Rent

$1,935/mo

Population

13,383

College Educated

32.3%

Homeownership

64.9%

Avg Commute

32.6 min

Poverty Rate

10.8%

Median Age

43.8

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
ALLENDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Seneca, NY 5.3
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COUNCIL ROCK PRIMARY SCHOOL Rochester, NY 5.3
EAST ROCHESTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Rochester, NY 5.3
GORDON PARKS SCHOOL (THE) Rosedale, NY 5.3
HAMPTON BAYS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hampton Bays, NY 5.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about West Middle Island School

What grades does West Middle Island School serve?

West Middle Island School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.

How many students attend West Middle Island School?

West Middle Island School has an enrollment of approximately 687 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at West Middle Island School?

The student-teacher ratio at West Middle Island School is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does West Middle Island School rank in NY?

West Middle Island School ranks #3,330 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is West Middle Island School's MySchoolScout rating?

West Middle Island School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 West Middle Island School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, West Middle Island School has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is West Middle Island School a charter school?

No, West Middle Island School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is West Middle Island School a Title I school?

No, West Middle Island School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for West Middle Island School?

47.9% of students at West Middle Island 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
11 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
687
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
50
Free/Reduced Lunch
47.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Suffolk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.6%

District

LONGWOOD CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
8,949
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$30,007
District Rank
#5 of 7

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