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#3664 of 4,742 schools in NY

William Floyd Middle School

Middle School · WILLIAM FLOYD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

630 MORICHES-MID ISL RD, Moriches, NY 11955

Enrollment

1,107

Student-Teacher

12.3:1

Score

4.9

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#3,664 of 4,742

In Moriches

#1 of 2

public schools

In district

#5 of 9

WILLIAM FLOYD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

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William Floyd Middle School

4.9/10

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

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4.8/10

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About William Floyd Middle School

William Floyd Middle School is a public middle school in Moriches, NY, part of WILLIAM FLOYD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. William Floyd Middle School serves approximately 1,107 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. William Floyd Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #3,664 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for William Floyd Middle School show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 4.9 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.1
  • NY avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

42% of students at William Floyd Middle 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.0Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.12 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.7Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency25.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency41% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-14.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-21.8 pts
Overall Proficiency33% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-16.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile28th
Resources & Environment6.7Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$29,684
Chronic Absenteeism41.9%

William Floyd Middle School — Students at William Floyd Middle School score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

56.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 45.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
40.2% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 40.6% (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
84%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
63%
ELA
50%
2011
Math
61%
ELA
53%
2012
Math
25%
ELA
29%
2013
Math
48%
ELA
20%
2014
Math
58%
ELA
24%
2015
Math
59%
ELA
36%
2016
Math
60%
ELA
34%
2017
Math
34%
ELA
33%
2018
Math
36%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
36%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
36%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
34%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
25.4%
ELA
41%

* 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: 4.0/10.

How William Floyd Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
4.9/10
23th percentile in NY
Academic
4.7/10
Below Average
Growth
4.0/10
Below Average
Environment
6.7/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
57%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
90 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
41.9%

Location

630 MORICHES-MID ISL RD, Moriches, NY 11955

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering William Floyd Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. EAST MORICHES SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby East Moriches), which scores notably higher. Another option is CENTER MORICHES MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Center Moriches), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WILLIAM PACA MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 5.3/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Mastic Beach), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Moriches, see our Moriches schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.1 mi
School Distance Rating
MORICHES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Moriches 0.7 mi 4.8
CENTER MORICHES MIDDLE SCHOOL Center Moriches 0.7 mi 7.1
CENTER MORICHES HIGH SCHOOL Center Moriches 0.7 mi 8.4
CLAYTON HUEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Center Moriches 1.1 mi 5.4
EASTPORT-SOUTH MANOR JUNIOR SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Manorville 1.5 mi 7.0
DAYTON AVENUE SCHOOL Manorville 2.1 mi 6.3
OUR LADY QUEEN OF APOSTLES REG CATHOLIC SCHOOL Center Moriches 1.8 mi 6.3
LEONARD E BURKET CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Center Moriches 1.7 mi 4.7
WILLIAM FLOYD HIGH SCHOOL Mastic Beach 2.7 mi 6.4
SOUTH STREET SCHOOL Manorville 3.1 mi 7.5
JOHN S HOBART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Shirley 2.6 mi 3.9
NATHANIEL WOODHULL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Shirley 2.7 mi 5.1
WILLIAM FLOYD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Shirley 2.7 mi 4.7
WILLIAM FLOYD LEARNING CENTER Shirley 2.7 mi 8.0
WILLIAM PACA MIDDLE SCHOOL Mastic Beach 2.9 mi 5.3
TANGIER SMITH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mastic Beach 3.0 mi 4.1
EAST MORICHES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Moriches 2.8 mi 8.0
EAST MORICHES SCHOOL East Moriches 2.9 mi 7.5
EASTPORT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Eastport 5.0 mi 7.8
TUTTLE AVENUE SCHOOL Eastport 5.1 mi 7.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11955 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$77,692

Median Home Value

$466,500

Median Rent

$2,215/mo

Population

2,626

College Educated

37.7%

Homeownership

42.3%

Avg Commute

35.4 min

Poverty Rate

15.3%

Median Age

50.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about William Floyd Middle School

What grades does William Floyd Middle School serve?

William Floyd Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend William Floyd Middle School?

William Floyd Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 1,107 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at William Floyd Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at William Floyd Middle School is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does William Floyd Middle School rank in NY?

William Floyd Middle School ranks #3,664 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is William Floyd Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

William Floyd 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 William Floyd Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, William Floyd Middle School has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is William Floyd Middle School a charter school?

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

Is William Floyd Middle School a Title I school?

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

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

56.7% of students at William Floyd 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
33 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,107
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
90
Free/Reduced Lunch
56.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Suffolk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
41.9%

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