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#821 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 17% in state

Wisdom Lane Middle School

Middle School · LEVITTOWN UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

120 CENTER LN, Levittown, NY 11756

Enrollment

792

Student-Teacher

11.3:1

Score

7.9

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#821 of 4,742

In Levittown

#9 of 12

public schools

In district

#7 of 10

LEVITTOWN UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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7.9/10

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

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About Wisdom Lane Middle School

Wisdom Lane Middle School is a public middle school in Levittown, NY, part of LEVITTOWN UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Wisdom Lane Middle School serves approximately 792 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Wisdom Lane Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #821 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Wisdom Lane Middle School show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.9 · Very Good
  • District avg 8.2
  • NY avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.1Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.78 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics7.8Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency64.8% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency58.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+25.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-4.4 pts
Overall Proficiency62% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)59% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+2.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile66th
Resources & Environment9.4Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$30,621
Chronic Absenteeism16.3%

Wisdom Lane Middle School — Students at Wisdom Lane Middle School score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

29.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 58.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
33.6% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 61.0% (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
92%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
78%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
74%
ELA
68%
2012
Math
29%
ELA
35%
2013
Math
50%
ELA
38%
2014
Math
66%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
79%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2018
Math
60%
ELA
59%
2019
Math
60%
ELA
59%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
39.5%
ELA
66.5%
2022
Math
64.8%
ELA
58.4%

* 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: 7.1/10.

How Wisdom Lane Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.9/10
83th percentile in NY
Academic
7.8/10
Very Good
Growth
7.1/10
Very Good
Environment
9.4/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
29%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
70 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.3%

Location

120 CENTER LN, Levittown, NY 11756

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Wisdom Lane Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. JONAS E SALK MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ISLAND TREES MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, WANTAGH MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Wantagh), a more accessible option. For more schools in Levittown, see our Levittown schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
PARKWAY SCHOOL East Meadow 0.5 mi 8.2
ABBEY LANE SCHOOL Levittown 0.5 mi 7.2
DIVISION AVENUE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Levittown 0.7 mi 8.9
SUMMIT LANE SCHOOL Levittown 0.8 mi 7.3
GARDINERS AVENUE SCHOOL Levittown 0.9 mi 8.5
LEE ROAD SCHOOL Wantagh 1.2 mi 8.6
THE ELIJA SCHOOL Levittown 1.4 mi 6.7
NORTHSIDE SCHOOL Levittown 1.4 mi 8.5
MEADOWBROOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Meadow 1.2 mi 8.1
JONAS E SALK MIDDLE SCHOOL Levittown 1.4 mi 8.4
J FRED SPARKE SCHOOL Levittown 1.3 mi 8.6
GEN DOUGLAS MACARTHUR SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Levittown 1.4 mi 8.8
MICHAEL F STOKES SCHOOL Levittown 1.4 mi 8.4
FORK LANE SCHOOL Hicksville 2.0 mi 3.5
SAW MILL ROAD SCHOOL North Bellmore 2.0 mi 5.2
ISLAND TREES MIDDLE SCHOOL Levittown 1.6 mi 7.8
JOHN G DINKELMEYER SCHOOL North Bellmore 1.9 mi 6.7
WANTAGH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Wantagh 2.1 mi 9.0
VARIETY CHILD LEARNING CENTER Levittown 1.8 mi 6.9
WANTAGH MIDDLE SCHOOL Wantagh 2.1 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11756 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$139,901

Median Home Value

$557,300

Median Rent

$2,361/mo

Population

42,553

College Educated

36.9%

Homeownership

94%

Avg Commute

32.4 min

Poverty Rate

3.5%

Median Age

41.7

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School Rating
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IS 230 Jackson Heights, NY 7.9
JHS 104 SIMON BARUCH New York, NY 7.9
JHS 189 DANIEL CARTER BEARD Flushing, NY 7.9
JHS 74 NATHANIEL HAWTHORNE Bayside, NY 7.9
PERRY JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL New Hartford, NY 7.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Wisdom Lane Middle School

What grades does Wisdom Lane Middle School serve?

Wisdom Lane Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Wisdom Lane Middle School?

Wisdom Lane Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 792 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Wisdom Lane Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Wisdom Lane Middle School is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Wisdom Lane Middle School rank in NY?

Wisdom Lane Middle School ranks #821 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Wisdom Lane Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Wisdom Lane Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Wisdom Lane Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Wisdom Lane Middle School has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Wisdom Lane Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Wisdom Lane Middle School a Title I school?

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

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

29.3% of students at Wisdom Lane 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
59 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
27 Some Transit
Bike Score
48 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
792
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
70
Free/Reduced Lunch
29.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Nassau County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.3%

District

LEVITTOWN UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
7,174
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$30,621
District Rank
#7 of 10

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