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#1064 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 22% in state

Westhampton Middle School

Middle School · WESTHAMPTON BEACH UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

340 MILL RD, Westhampton Beach, NY 11978

Enrollment

405

Student-Teacher

7.9:1

Score

7.7

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#1,064 of 4,742

In Westhampton Beach

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#2 of 3

WESTHAMPTON BEACH UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Westhampton Middle School

7.7/10

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

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6.3/10

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8.9/10

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About Westhampton Middle School

Westhampton Middle School is a public middle school in Westhampton Beach, NY, part of WESTHAMPTON BEACH UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Westhampton Middle School serves approximately 405 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 7.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Westhampton Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,064 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Westhampton Middle School show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.6 pts above NY schools
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • NY avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 7.9:1 students to teachers, Westhampton 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 Progress6.1Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.25 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.9Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency63.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency66.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+23.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+3.6 pts
Overall Proficiency65% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)61% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+3.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile69th
Resources & Environment9.8Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio7.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$31,239
Chronic Absenteeism6.4%

Westhampton Middle School — Students at Westhampton Middle School score 65% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

22.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 69.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
40.2% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 61.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.2% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 33 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
96%
ELA
90%
2010
Math
85%
ELA
76%
2011
Math
85%
ELA
74%
2012
Math
39%
ELA
44%
2013
Math
71%
ELA
40%
2014
Math
76%
ELA
48%
2015
Math
82%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
82%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
63%
ELA
55%
2018
Math
71%
ELA
59%
2019
Math
71%
ELA
59%
2020*
Math
61%
ELA
63%
2021*
Math
53.7%
ELA
65.5%
2022
Math
63.5%
ELA
66.4%

* 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: 6.1/10.

How Westhampton Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.7/10
78th percentile in NY
Academic
7.9/10
Very Good
Growth
6.1/10
Average
Environment
9.8/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
23%
Teaching Staff
8:1 student-teacher ratio
51 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
6.4%

Location

340 MILL RD, Westhampton Beach, NY 11978

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Westhampton Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. EAST MORICHES SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 5.9 miles away, in nearby East Moriches), with a very similar rating. Another option is RIVERHEAD MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 3.8/10, 7.5 miles away, in nearby Riverhead), a more accessible option. Additionally, PULASKI STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 3.7/10, 7.3 miles away, in nearby Riverhead), a more accessible option. For more schools in Westhampton Beach, see our Westhampton Beach schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.2 mi
School Distance Rating
WESTHAMPTON BEACH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Westhampton Beach 0.1 mi 6.3
WESTHAMPTON BEACH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Westhampton Beach 0.1 mi 8.9
REMSENBURG-SPEONK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Remsenburg 2.3 mi 5.2
QUOGUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Quogue 2.5 mi 7.5
EAST QUOGUE SCHOOL East Quogue 3.9 mi 6.5
EASTPORT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Eastport 3.8 mi 7.8
TUTTLE AVENUE SCHOOL Eastport 3.9 mi 7.7
PHILLIPS AVENUE SCHOOL Riverhead 6.2 mi 3.5
SUFFOLK COUNTY SHERIFFS OFFICE Riverhead 6.8 mi
ROANOKE AVENUE SCHOOL Riverhead 7.1 mi 3.6
PULASKI STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Riverhead 7.3 mi 3.7
ST JOHN PAUL II REGIONAL SCHOOL Riverhead 7.4 mi 7.7
RIVERHEAD MIDDLE SCHOOL Riverhead 7.5 mi 3.8
RIVERHEAD SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Riverhead 7.7 mi 7.2
EAST MORICHES SCHOOL East Moriches 5.9 mi 7.5
EAST MORICHES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Moriches 6.0 mi 8.0
PECONIC COMMUNITY SCHOOL Aquebogue 8.5 mi 5.5
AQUEBOGUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Aquebogue 8.7 mi 5.5
LEONARD E BURKET CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Center Moriches 7.0 mi 4.7
OUR LADY QUEEN OF APOSTLES REG CATHOLIC SCHOOL Center Moriches 7.2 mi 6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11978 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$108,938

Median Home Value

$1,045,100

Median Rent

$2,079/mo

Population

4,376

College Educated

59.1%

Homeownership

84.6%

Avg Commute

26.4 min

Poverty Rate

9.9%

Median Age

47.1

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HAWTREE CREEK MIDDLE SCHOOL South Ozone Park, NY 7.7
SHORE ROAD SCHOOL Bellmore, NY 7.7
ALBERT SHANKER SCHOOL FOR VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS Long Island City, NY 7.8
MS 839 Brooklyn, NY 7.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Westhampton Middle School

What grades does Westhampton Middle School serve?

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

How many students attend Westhampton Middle School?

Westhampton Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 405 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Westhampton Middle School is 7.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Westhampton Middle School rank in NY?

Westhampton Middle School ranks #1,064 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Westhampton Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Westhampton Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Westhampton Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Westhampton Middle School has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Westhampton Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Westhampton Middle School a Title I school?

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

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

22.7% of students at Westhampton 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
52 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
405
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
51
Free/Reduced Lunch
22.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Suffolk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
6.4%

District

WESTHAMPTON BEACH UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
1,740
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$31,239
District Rank
#2 of 3

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