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West Middle School

Middle School · BRENTWOOD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

2030 UDALL RD, Bay Shore, NY 11706

Enrollment

894

Student-Teacher

10.9:1

Score

5.6

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#3,042 of 4,742

In Bay Shore

#6 of 11

public schools

In district

#2 of 17

BRENTWOOD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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West Middle School

5.6/10

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

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About West Middle School

West Middle School is a public middle school in Bay Shore, NY, part of BRENTWOOD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. West Middle School serves approximately 894 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. West Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #3,042 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for West Middle School show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 4.8
  • NY avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.4Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.54 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.8Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency24% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency25.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-15.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-37.3 pts
Overall Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)43% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-17.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile19th
Resources & Environment8.6Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$27,306
Chronic Absenteeism21.6%

West Middle School — Students at West Middle School score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

77.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 31.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
33.6% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 26.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.2% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 34 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
78%
ELA
50%
2010
Math
54%
ELA
29%
2011
Math
56%
ELA
35%
2012
Math
15%
ELA
17%
2013
Math
21%
ELA
11%
2014
Math
24%
ELA
15%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
20%
2016
Math
34%
ELA
23%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
21%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
21%
2020*
Math
24%
ELA
33%
2021*
Math
16.5%
ELA
31%
2022
Math
24%
ELA
25.5%

* 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: 5.4/10.

How West Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.6/10
36th percentile in NY
Academic
3.8/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
5.4/10
Average
Environment
8.6/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
77%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
82 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.6%

Location

2030 UDALL RD, Bay Shore, NY 11706

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering West Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. NORTH BABYLON HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby North Babylon), which scores notably higher. Another option is DEER PARK HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Deer Park), which scores notably higher. Additionally, OTSEGO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Dix Hills), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bay Shore, see our Bay Shore schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
SOUTHWEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bay Shore 0.6 mi 3.6
ASCENT SCHOOL FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH AUTISM Deer Park 0.8 mi
HEMLOCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bay Shore 1.1 mi 4.4
BAY SHORE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bay Shore 1.7 mi 5.9
PARLIAMENT PLACE SCHOOL North Babylon 1.7 mi 5.1
MANETUCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Islip 2.0 mi 5.7
JOHN F KENNEDY INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Deer Park 1.7 mi 7.1
BRENTWOOD RESIDENTIAL CENTER Dix Hills 2.3 mi
UDALL ROAD MIDDLE SCHOOL West Islip 2.4 mi 6.1
OTSEGO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dix Hills 2.5 mi 7.7
OQUENOCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Islip 2.7 mi 6.1
WOODS ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Babylon 2.2 mi 4.3
DEER PARK HIGH SCHOOL Deer Park 2.1 mi 8.0
MARY G CLARKSON SCHOOL Bay Shore 2.2 mi 6.2
GARDINER MANOR SCHOOL Bay Shore 2.6 mi 5.0
FRESHMAN CENTER Brentwood 2.5 mi 4.3
MAY MOORE PRIMARY SCHOOL Deer Park 2.2 mi 7.1
NORTH BABYLON HIGH SCHOOL North Babylon 2.6 mi 8.3
FIFTH AVENUE SCHOOL Bay Shore 2.5 mi 6.3
OAK PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bay Shore 2.3 mi 5.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11706 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$115,112

Median Home Value

$464,300

Median Rent

$1,885/mo

Population

68,648

College Educated

26.4%

Homeownership

74.8%

Avg Commute

28.1 min

Poverty Rate

7.3%

Median Age

37

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SWEET HOME MIDDLE SCHOOL Amherst, NY 5.6
ATHENA MIDDLE SCHOOL Rochester, NY 5.5
HERITAGE MIDDLE SCHOOL New Windsor, NY 5.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about West Middle School

What grades does West Middle School serve?

West Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend West Middle School?

West Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 894 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at West Middle School is 10.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does West Middle School rank in NY?

West Middle School ranks #3,042 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is West Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

West Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, West Middle School has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is West Middle School a charter school?

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

Is West Middle School a Title I school?

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

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

77.2% of students at West 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
33 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
894
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
82
Free/Reduced Lunch
77.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Suffolk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.6%

District

BRENTWOOD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
18,443
Schools in District
17
Per-Pupil Spending
$27,306
District Rank
#2 of 17

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