Below Average
#4187 of 4,742 schools in NY
William a Carter School
Elementary School · MIDDLETOWN CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
345 SCHUTT RD EXT, Middletown, NY 10940
Enrollment
739
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
739
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,187 of 4,742
In Middletown
#6 of 6
public schools
In district
#6 of 6
MIDDLETOWN CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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William a Carter School
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About William a Carter School
William a Carter School is a public elementary school in Middletown, NY, part of MIDDLETOWN CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. William a Carter School serves approximately 739 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. William a Carter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #4,187 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for William a Carter School show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- District avg 6.1
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
38% of students at William a Carter School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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William a Carter School — Students at William a Carter School score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
73.1%
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
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 3.4/10.
How William a Carter School Compares
See how William a Carter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
345 SCHUTT RD EXT, Middletown, NY 10940
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering William a Carter School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GOLDEN HILL ELEMENTARY (rated 7.8/10, 7.9 miles away, in nearby Florida), which scores notably higher. Another option is SCOTCHTOWN AVENUE SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Goshen), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PRESIDENTIAL PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Middletown, see our Middletown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MIDDLETOWN HIGH SCHOOL Middletown | 0.5 mi | 8.8 |
| MIDDLETOWN TWIN TOWERS MIDDLE SCHOOL Middletown | 0.8 mi | 5.1 |
| MIDDLETOWN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL-SDA Middletown | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
| PRESIDENTIAL PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Middletown | 1.9 mi | 7.4 |
| OUR LADY OF MOUNT CARMEL SCHOOL Middletown | 2.5 mi | 6.8 |
| NORTHERN ACADEMY OF THE ARTS Middletown | 2.5 mi | 8.5 |
| THE ARC GREATER HUDSON VALLEY NY Middletown | 2.9 mi | 6.4 |
| MONHAGEN MIDDLE SCHOOL Middletown | 3.0 mi | 5.9 |
| MAPLE HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Middletown | 3.1 mi | 6.8 |
| ORANGE-ULSTER BOCES Goshen | 4.7 mi | 5.7 |
| SCOTCHTOWN AVENUE SCHOOL Goshen | 4.1 mi | 7.5 |
| PAKANASINK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Circleville | 5.1 mi | 3.5 |
| CIRCLEVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Circleville | 5.2 mi | 5.9 |
| C J HOOKER MIDDLE SCHOOL Goshen | 4.2 mi | 5.1 |
| GOSHEN CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Goshen | 4.1 mi | 8.4 |
| CIRCLEVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Circleville | 5.2 mi | 4.4 |
| ST JOHN SCHOOL Goshen | 4.3 mi | 6.0 |
| GOSHEN INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Goshen | 4.3 mi | 4.5 |
| GOSHEN SECURE CENTER Goshen | 5.5 mi | — |
| GOLDEN HILL ELEMENTARY Florida | 7.9 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10940 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$87,198
Median Home Value
$301,400
Median Rent
$1,600/mo
Population
53,099
College Educated
24%
Homeownership
63.6%
Avg Commute
34.6 min
Poverty Rate
12.7%
Median Age
38.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BIG TREE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hamburg, NY | 4.1 |
| CHEROKEE STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ronkonkoma, NY | 4.1 |
| CHILDREN'S AID COLLEGE PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 4.1 |
| CORAM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Coram, NY | 4.1 |
| HIAWATHA SCHOOL Lake Ronkonkoma, NY | 4.1 |
| MOUNT KISCO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mount Kisco, NY | 4.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about William a Carter School
What grades does William a Carter School serve?
William a Carter School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend William a Carter School?
William a Carter School has an enrollment of approximately 739 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at William a Carter School?
The student-teacher ratio at William a Carter School is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does William a Carter School rank in NY?
William a Carter School ranks #4,187 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is William a Carter School's MySchoolScout rating?
William a Carter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 William a Carter School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, William a Carter School has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is William a Carter School a charter school?
No, William a Carter School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is William a Carter School a Title I school?
No, William a Carter School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for William a Carter School?
73.1% of students at William a Carter 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 739
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 62
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 73.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.9%
- Phone
- (845) 326-1711
Resources & Links
District
MIDDLETOWN CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 7,449
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $29,891
- District Rank
- #6 of 6
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