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#3329 of 4,742 schools in NY
William Paca Middle School
Middle School · WILLIAM FLOYD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
338 BLANCO DR, Mastic Beach, NY 11951
Enrollment
987
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
5.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
987
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
5.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,329 of 4,742
In Mastic Beach
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#3 of 9
WILLIAM FLOYD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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About William Paca Middle School
William Paca Middle School is a public middle school in Mastic Beach, NY, part of WILLIAM FLOYD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. William Paca Middle School serves approximately 987 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 10.3:1 student-teacher ratio. William Paca Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #3,329 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for William Paca Middle School show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 5.1
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
36% of students at William Paca 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
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William Paca Middle School — Students at William Paca Middle School score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
59.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 33 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: 4.3/10.
How William Paca Middle School Compares
See how William Paca Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
338 BLANCO DR, Mastic Beach, NY 11951
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering William Paca Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. CENTER MORICHES MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Center Moriches), which scores notably higher. Another option is BELLPORT MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 5.4/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Bellport), with a very similar rating. Additionally, WILLIAM FLOYD MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 4.9/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Moriches), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Mastic Beach, see our Mastic Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11951 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$108,877
Median Home Value
$321,200
Median Rent
$2,313/mo
Population
15,830
College Educated
20.5%
Homeownership
81.2%
Avg Commute
37.8 min
Poverty Rate
22.2%
Median Age
38.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about William Paca Middle School
What grades does William Paca Middle School serve?
William Paca Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend William Paca Middle School?
William Paca Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 987 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at William Paca Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at William Paca Middle School is 10.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does William Paca Middle School rank in NY?
William Paca Middle School ranks #3,329 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is William Paca Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
William Paca Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Paca Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, William Paca Middle School has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is William Paca Middle School a charter school?
No, William Paca Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is William Paca Middle School a Title I school?
No, William Paca Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for William Paca Middle School?
59.5% of students at William Paca 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 987
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 96
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 59.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.4%
- Phone
- (631) 874-1414
Resources & Links
District
WILLIAM FLOYD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 9,417
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $29,684
- District Rank
- #3 of 9
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