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White Plains Middle School

Middle School · WHITE PLAINS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

128 GRANDVIEW AVE, White Plains, NY 10605

Enrollment

1,554

Student-Teacher

10.2:1

Score

6.7

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#1,999 of 4,742

In White Plains

#6 of 10

public schools

In district

#3 of 7

WHITE PLAINS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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6.7/10

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About White Plains Middle School

White Plains Middle School is a public middle school in White Plains, NY, part of WHITE PLAINS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. White Plains Middle School serves approximately 1,554 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. White Plains Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,999 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for White Plains Middle School show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.6 pts above NY schools
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • NY avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.3Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.58 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.3Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency38.8% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency49.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-0.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-13.2 pts
Overall Proficiency44% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)51% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-7.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile46th
Resources & Environment9.7Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$33,760
Chronic Absenteeism8.2%

White Plains Middle School — Students at White Plains Middle School score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

51%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 44.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
33.6% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 47.3% (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
91%
ELA
75%
2010
Math
71%
ELA
55%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
58%
2012
Math
30%
ELA
36%
2013
Math
33%
ELA
27%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
28%
2015
Math
37%
ELA
34%
2016
Math
44%
ELA
38%
2017
Math
46%
ELA
50%
2018
Math
53%
ELA
45%
2019
Math
53%
ELA
45%
2020*
Math
36%
ELA
53%
2021*
Math
28.8%
ELA
52.5%
2022
Math
38.8%
ELA
49.6%

* 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: 5.3/10.

How White Plains Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.7/10
58th percentile in NY
Academic
6.3/10
Average
Growth
5.3/10
Average
Environment
9.7/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
51%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
152 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
8.2%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

128 GRANDVIEW AVE, White Plains, NY 10605

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering White Plains Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. SCARSDALE MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Scarsdale), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WINDWARD SCHOOL THE (rated 7.0/10, 1.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in White Plains, see our White Plains schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
OUR LADY OF SORROWS SCHOOL White Plains 0.5 mi 5.8
KODOMONO KUNI White Plains 0.6 mi
MAMARONECK AVENUE SCHOOL White Plains 0.6 mi 6.6
ARCHBISHOP STEPINAC HIGH SCHOOL White Plains 0.6 mi 5.3
RIDGEWAY SCHOOL White Plains 0.8 mi 7.7
POST ROAD SCHOOL White Plains 0.8 mi 5.3
GREENACRES SCHOOL Scarsdale 1.1 mi 9.3
FUSION ACADEMY WES: WESTCHESTER White Plains 1.5 mi 8.5
DBA ELIZABETH SETON CHILDRENS SCHOOL White Plains 1.3 mi
SCARSDALE MIDDLE SCHOOL Scarsdale 1.5 mi 8.9
RIDGEWAY ALLIANCE NURSEY SCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN White Plains 1.3 mi
WHITE PLAINS SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL White Plains 1.4 mi 8.4
LEFFELL SCHOOL White Plains 1.6 mi 6.9
WINDWARD SCHOOL THE White Plains 1.8 mi 7.0
HEATHCOTE SCHOOL Scarsdale 2.0 mi 9.4
FOX MEADOW SCHOOL Scarsdale 1.6 mi 9.1
HIGHVIEW SCHOOL Hartsdale 1.6 mi 6.8
REACH ACADEMY (THE) West Harrison 2.0 mi 5.7
CHURCH STREET SCHOOL White Plains 2.1 mi 6.1
GERMAN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL NEW YORK White Plains 1.6 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10605 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$145,587

Median Home Value

$761,200

Median Rent

$2,195/mo

Population

19,371

College Educated

65.8%

Homeownership

74.5%

Avg Commute

28.6 min

Poverty Rate

6.3%

Median Age

46.6

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WARWICK VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL Warwick, NY 6.8
FARNSWORTH MIDDLE SCHOOL Guilderland, NY 6.5
HICKSVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Hicksville, NY 6.5
IS 125 THOMAS J MCCANN WOODSIDE Woodside, NY 6.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about White Plains Middle School

What grades does White Plains Middle School serve?

White Plains Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend White Plains Middle School?

White Plains Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 1,554 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at White Plains Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at White Plains Middle School is 10.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does White Plains Middle School rank in NY?

White Plains Middle School ranks #1,999 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is White Plains Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

White Plains Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 White Plains Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, White Plains Middle School has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is White Plains Middle School a charter school?

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

Is White Plains Middle School a Title I school?

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

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

51.0% of students at White Plains 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
47 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
30 Some Transit
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,554
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
152
Free/Reduced Lunch
51.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Westchester County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
8.2%

District

WHITE PLAINS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
6,784
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$33,760
District Rank
#3 of 7

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