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William Street School
Middle School · LANCASTER CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
5201 WILLIAM ST, Lancaster, NY 14086
Enrollment
1,300
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
5.3
Grades
4th – 6th
Enrollment
1,300
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
5.3
Grades
4th – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,327 of 4,742
In Lancaster
#5 of 6
public schools
In district
#6 of 7
LANCASTER CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
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William Street School
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About William Street School
William Street School is a public middle school in Lancaster, NY, part of LANCASTER CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. William Street School serves approximately 1,300 students, and covers grades 4th-6th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. William Street School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #3,327 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for William Street School show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 5.2
- NY avg 6.1
Score Breakdown
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William Street School — Students at William Street School score 53% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
25.2%
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: 3.1/10.
How William Street School Compares
See how William Street School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
5201 WILLIAM ST, Lancaster, NY 14086
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering William Street School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. IROQUOIS MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Elma), which scores slightly higher. Another option is IROQUOIS INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL (rated 5.5/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Elma), with a very similar rating. Additionally, DEPEW MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 5.2/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Depew), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Lancaster, see our Lancaster schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| COURT STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lancaster | 1.6 mi | 6.3 |
| COMO PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lancaster | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| LANCASTER MIDDLE SCHOOL Lancaster | 1.6 mi | 5.0 |
| ST MARYS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lancaster | 2.0 mi | 5.1 |
| CAYUGA HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Depew | 2.2 mi | 3.5 |
| DEPEW MIDDLE SCHOOL Depew | 2.4 mi | 5.2 |
| DEPEW HIGH SCHOOL Depew | 2.5 mi | 8.2 |
| LANCASTER HIGH SCHOOL Lancaster | 3.7 mi | 8.5 |
| ELMA PRIMARY SCHOOL Elma | 3.9 mi | 6.2 |
| IROQUOIS INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Elma | 3.9 mi | 5.5 |
| IROQUOIS MIDDLE SCHOOL Elma | 3.9 mi | 6.0 |
| IROQUOIS SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Elma | 3.9 mi | 8.6 |
| BUFFALO SUBURBAN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lancaster | 4.7 mi | — |
| JOHN A SCIOLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Depew | 4.1 mi | 6.9 |
| CHESTERTON ACADEMY OF BUFFALO Bowmansville | 4.6 mi | — |
| HILLVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lancaster | 4.3 mi | 7.5 |
| OUR LADY OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL Depew | 4.1 mi | 6.3 |
| CLINTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Seneca | 4.3 mi | 5.4 |
| ALDEN PRIMARY AT TOWNLINE Alden | 4.2 mi | 7.3 |
| EAST MIDDLE SCHOOL West Seneca | 4.8 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14086 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$95,949
Median Home Value
$263,600
Median Rent
$983/mo
Population
35,659
College Educated
39.3%
Homeownership
83.5%
Avg Commute
20.6 min
Poverty Rate
3.5%
Median Age
46
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| GEORGE FISCHER MIDDLE SCHOOL Carmel, NY | 5.3 |
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| MONROE-WOODBURY MIDDLE SCHOOL Central Valley, NY | 5.3 |
| POUGHKEEPSIE MIDDLE SCHOOL Poughkeepsie, NY | 5.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about William Street School
What grades does William Street School serve?
William Street School serves students in grades 4th through 6th.
How many students attend William Street School?
William Street School has an enrollment of approximately 1,300 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at William Street School?
The student-teacher ratio at William Street School is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does William Street School rank in NY?
William Street School ranks #3,327 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is William Street School's MySchoolScout rating?
William Street 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 Street School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, William Street School has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is William Street School a charter school?
No, William Street School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is William Street School a Title I school?
No, William Street School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for William Street School?
25.2% of students at William Street 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
- 4th – 6th
- Enrollment
- 1,300
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 97
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 25.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Erie County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.3%
- Phone
- (716) 686-3800
Resources & Links
District
LANCASTER CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 5,412
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,484
- District Rank
- #6 of 7
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