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Willink Middle School

Middle School · WEBSTER CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

900 PUBLISHERS PKWY, Webster, NY 14580

Enrollment

932

Student-Teacher

8.8:1

Score

6.1

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#2,573 of 4,742

In Webster

#7 of 11

public schools

In district

#7 of 11

WEBSTER CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

8.1 / 10

Excellent

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Willink Middle School

6.1/10

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

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About Willink Middle School

Willink Middle School is a public middle school in Webster, NY, part of WEBSTER CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Willink Middle School serves approximately 932 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 8.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Willink Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #2,573 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Willink Middle School show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • District avg 6.3
  • NY avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 8.8:1 students to teachers, Willink Middle School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.9Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.15 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.3Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency55.1% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency57.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+15.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-5.1 pts
Overall Proficiency56% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)58% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-1.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile61th
Resources & Environment8.1Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio8.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,913
Chronic Absenteeism16.3%

Willink Middle School — Students at Willink Middle School score 56% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

32%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 56.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
33.6% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 59.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.2% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 34 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
95%
ELA
89%
2010
Math
80%
ELA
69%
2011
Math
83%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
45%
ELA
54%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
48%
2014
Math
68%
ELA
50%
2015
Math
69%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
68%
ELA
51%
2017
Math
66%
ELA
53%
2018
Math
64%
ELA
46%
2019
Math
64%
ELA
46%
2020*
Math
36%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
29%
ELA
62%
2022
Math
55.1%
ELA
57.7%

* 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: 3.9/10.

How Willink Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.1/10
46th percentile in NY
Academic
7.3/10
Very Good
Growth
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.1/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
32%
Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
106 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.3%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

900 PUBLISHERS PKWY, Webster, NY 14580

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Willink Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. BAY TRAIL MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Penfield), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, SPRY MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Webster, see our Webster schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.8 mi
School Distance Rating
THOMAS HIGH SCHOOL Webster 0.5 mi 8.2
KLEM ROAD SOUTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Webster 0.6 mi 6.0
KLEM ROAD NORTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Webster 0.8 mi 6.8
WEBSTER-SCHROEDER HIGH SCHOOL Webster 1.1 mi 8.5
SPRY MIDDLE SCHOOL Webster 1.8 mi 6.4
ST RITA SCHOOL Webster 2.2 mi 5.8
PLANK ROAD NORTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Webster 2.8 mi 5.5
PLANK ROAD SOUTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Webster 2.9 mi 6.9
HILLSIDE CHILDRENS CENTER HALPERN Webster 2.4 mi 7.1
STATE ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Webster 2.6 mi 5.3
DEWITT ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Webster 2.6 mi 4.4
ROCHESTER CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Rochester 3.8 mi 5.3
SCHLEGEL ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Webster 3.4 mi 6.3
SCRIBNER ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Penfield 4.4 mi 7.7
BAY TRAIL MIDDLE SCHOOL Penfield 4.5 mi 7.0
SOUTHEAST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Penfield 5.2 mi 4.1
DURAND-EASTMAN INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Rochester 4.2 mi 4.0
BAY KNOLL SDA SCHOOL Rochester 4.2 mi
PENFIELD SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Penfield 5.8 mi 8.5
ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Penfield 5.8 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 14580 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$95,499

Median Home Value

$253,000

Median Rent

$1,387/mo

Population

54,466

College Educated

45.3%

Homeownership

71.7%

Avg Commute

20.5 min

Poverty Rate

5.3%

Median Age

45.7

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IS 93 RIDGEWOOD Ridgewood, NY 6.1
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Willink Middle School

What grades does Willink Middle School serve?

Willink Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Willink Middle School?

Willink Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 932 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Willink Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Willink Middle School is 8.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Willink Middle School rank in NY?

Willink Middle School ranks #2,573 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Willink Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Willink Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Willink Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Willink Middle School has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Willink Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Willink Middle School a Title I school?

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

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

32.0% of students at Willink 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
25 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
932
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
106
Free/Reduced Lunch
32.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Monroe County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.3%

District

WEBSTER CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
8,098
Schools in District
11
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,913
District Rank
#7 of 11

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