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#3679 of 4,742 schools in NY

Westbury Middle School

Middle School · WESTBURY UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

455 ROCKLAND ST, Westbury, NY 11590

Enrollment

988

Student-Teacher

9.6:1

Score

4.9

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#3,679 of 4,742

In Westbury

#7 of 8

public schools

In district

#5 of 6

WESTBURY UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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4.9/10

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

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About Westbury Middle School

Westbury Middle School is a public middle school in Westbury, NY, part of WESTBURY UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Westbury Middle School serves approximately 988 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Westbury Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #3,679 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Westbury Middle School show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.2 pts below NY schools
  • This school 4.9 · Below Average
  • NY avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 9.6:1 students to teachers, Westbury 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.8Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.19 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.6Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency35% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-22.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-27.8 pts
Overall Proficiency26% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-21.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile17th
Resources & Environment8.5Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$36,744
Chronic Absenteeism27.4%

Westbury Middle School — Students at Westbury Middle School score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

63.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 22.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
33.6% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 32.9% (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
80%
ELA
71%
2010
Math
51%
ELA
37%
2011
Math
48%
ELA
43%
2012
Math
11%
ELA
17%
2013
Math
11%
ELA
20%
2014
Math
17%
ELA
17%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
25%
2016
Math
31%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
14%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
17%
ELA
36%
2019
Math
17%
ELA
36%
2020*
Math
5%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
6.3%
ELA
31.5%
2022
Math
17%
ELA
35%

* 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: 3.8/10.

How Westbury Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
4.9/10
22th percentile in NY
Academic
3.6/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
3.8/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.5/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
63%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
103 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
27.4%

Location

455 ROCKLAND ST, Westbury, NY 11590

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Westbury Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. WILLETS ROAD SCHOOL (rated 9.2/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Roslyn Heights), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CLARKE MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Westbury, see our Westbury schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
WESTBURY FRIENDS SCHOOL Westbury 0.3 mi
WESTBURY HIGH SCHOOL Old Westbury 0.4 mi 7.4
POWELLS LANE SCHOOL Westbury 0.5 mi 5.9
DREXEL AVENUE SCHOOL Westbury 0.5 mi 6.7
DRYDEN STREET SCHOOL Westbury 0.7 mi 4.5
SCO FAMILY SERVICES - WESTBROOK PREP SCHOOL Westbury 0.6 mi
ST BRIGID/OUR LADY OF HOPE REGIONAL SCHOOL Westbury 0.7 mi 6.7
PARK AVENUE SCHOOL Westbury 1.1 mi 7.6
CARLE PLACE MIDDLE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Carle Place 1.2 mi 7.2
LONG ISLAND MONTESSORI SCHOOL Westbury 1.5 mi
CHERRY LANE SCHOOL Carle Place 1.3 mi 7.4
CLARKE MIDDLE SCHOOL Westbury 1.5 mi 8.1
W TRESPER CLARKE HIGH SCHOOL Westbury 1.5 mi 8.8
RUSHMORE AVENUE SCHOOL Carle Place 1.5 mi 8.3
HOLY CHILD ACADEMY Old Westbury 1.6 mi 8.9
WHEATLEY SCHOOL Old Westbury 1.6 mi 8.4
BOWLING GREEN SCHOOL Westbury 1.9 mi 8.8
CANTIAGUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jericho 2.0 mi 8.2
ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-UNIONDALE Uniondale 2.7 mi 4.2
WILLETS ROAD SCHOOL Roslyn Heights 2.3 mi 9.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11590 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$149,250

Median Home Value

$616,500

Median Rent

$2,209/mo

Population

48,243

College Educated

40.1%

Homeownership

77.3%

Avg Commute

30.3 min

Poverty Rate

4.9%

Median Age

42.4

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
BEN FRANKLIN MIDDLE SCHOOL Buffalo, NY 4.9
HERBERT HOOVER MIDDLE SCHOOL Buffalo, NY 4.9
JOHN F KENNEDY MIDDLE SCHOOL Port Jefferson Station, NY 4.9
JOHN W DODD MIDDLE SCHOOL Freeport, NY 4.9
KAKIAT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Spring Valley, NY 4.9
LAGRANGE MIDDLE SCHOOL Lagrangeville, NY 4.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Westbury Middle School

What grades does Westbury Middle School serve?

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

How many students attend Westbury Middle School?

Westbury Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 988 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Westbury Middle School is 9.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Westbury Middle School rank in NY?

Westbury Middle School ranks #3,679 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Westbury Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Westbury Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Westbury Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Westbury Middle School has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Westbury Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Westbury Middle School a Title I school?

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

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

63.2% of students at Westbury 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
74 Very Walkable
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
988
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
103
Free/Reduced Lunch
63.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Nassau County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
27.4%

District

WESTBURY UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
4,698
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$36,744
District Rank
#5 of 6

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