Excellent
#34 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 1% in state
Willets Road School
Middle School · EAST WILLISTON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
455 I U WILLETS RD, Roslyn Heights, NY 11577
Enrollment
378
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Score
9.2
Grades
3rd – 7th
Enrollment
378
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Score
9.2
Grades
3rd – 7th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#34 of 4,742
In Roslyn Heights
#1 of 5
public schools
In district
#2 of 3
EAST WILLISTON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Willets Road School
Willets Road School is a public middle school in Roslyn Heights, NY, part of EAST WILLISTON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Willets Road School serves approximately 378 students, and covers grades 3rd-7th, and has a 7.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Willets Road School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10 and ranks #34 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Willets Road School show 86% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 9.2 · Excellent
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 7.6:1 students to teachers, Willets Road School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Willets Road School — Students at Willets Road School score 85% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 66%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 8.9/10.
How Willets Road School Compares
See how Willets Road School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
455 I U WILLETS RD, Roslyn Heights, NY 11577
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Willets Road School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. HERRICKS MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 9.1/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Albertson), with a very similar rating. Another option is ROSLYN MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, ST AIDAN UPPER SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Williston Park), a more accessible option. For more schools in Roslyn Heights, see our Roslyn Heights schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NORTH SIDE SCHOOL East Williston | 0.9 mi | 9.3 |
| ROSLYN MIDDLE SCHOOL Roslyn Heights | 0.9 mi | 8.5 |
| WHEATLEY SCHOOL Old Westbury | 0.9 mi | 8.4 |
| MEADOW DRIVE SCHOOL Albertson | 0.9 mi | 5.0 |
| EAST HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Roslyn Heights | 1.3 mi | 8.6 |
| SCHECHTER SCHOOL OF LONG ISLAND Williston Park | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| ST AIDAN UPPER SCHOOL Williston Park | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| ST AIDAN SCHOOL Williston Park | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
| ROSLYN HIGH SCHOOL Roslyn Heights | 1.6 mi | 9.2 |
| ROSLYN HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Roslyn Heights | 1.6 mi | 5.3 |
| SEARINGTOWN SCHOOL Albertson | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| HAMPTON STREET SCHOOL Mineola | 1.8 mi | 4.5 |
| RUSHMORE AVENUE SCHOOL Carle Place | 1.7 mi | 8.3 |
| CARLE PLACE MIDDLE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Carle Place | 1.6 mi | 7.2 |
| HOLY CHILD ACADEMY Old Westbury | 1.5 mi | 8.9 |
| CHERRY LANE SCHOOL Carle Place | 1.7 mi | 7.4 |
| CENTER STREET SCHOOL Williston Park | 1.8 mi | 9.1 |
| HEMLOCK SCHOOL Garden City | 2.2 mi | 6.7 |
| HERRICKS MIDDLE SCHOOL Albertson | 1.7 mi | 9.1 |
| JACKSON AVENUE SCHOOL Mineola | 2.1 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11577 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$183,233
Median Home Value
$945,000
Median Rent
$2,037/mo
Population
12,771
College Educated
67.7%
Homeownership
92.8%
Avg Commute
38.4 min
Poverty Rate
4%
Median Age
44.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BRONXVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Bronxville, NY | 9.1 |
| BELL ACADEMY Bayside, NY | 8.9 |
| GREENWOOD LAKE MIDDLE SCHOOL Monroe, NY | 8.9 |
| MS 442 CARROLL GARDENS SCHOOL FOR INNOVATION Brooklyn, NY | 8.9 |
| BROOKLYN URBAN GARDEN CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 8.8 |
| EAST SIDE MIDDLE SCHOOL New York, NY | 8.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Willets Road School
What grades does Willets Road School serve?
Willets Road School serves students in grades 3rd through 7th.
How many students attend Willets Road School?
Willets Road School has an enrollment of approximately 378 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Willets Road School?
The student-teacher ratio at Willets Road School is 7.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Willets Road School rank in NY?
Willets Road School ranks #34 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Willets Road School's MySchoolScout rating?
Willets Road School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 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 Willets Road School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Willets Road School has 86% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Willets Road School a charter school?
No, Willets Road School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Willets Road School a Title I school?
No, Willets Road School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Willets Road School?
9.0% of students at Willets Road 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 3rd – 7th
- Enrollment
- 378
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 50
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 9.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Nassau County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.8%
- Phone
- (516) 333-8797
Resources & Links
District
EAST WILLISTON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,616
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $39,128
- District Rank
- #2 of 3
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