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#466 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 10% in state

Woodland Middle School

Middle School · EAST MEADOW UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

690 WENWOOD DR, East Meadow, NY 11554

Enrollment

1,139

Student-Teacher

11:1

Score

8.3

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#466 of 4,742

In East Meadow

#4 of 6

public schools

In district

#6 of 9

EAST MEADOW UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

9.7 / 10

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Woodland Middle School

8.3/10

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

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About Woodland Middle School

Woodland Middle School is a public middle school in East Meadow, NY, part of EAST MEADOW UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Woodland Middle School serves approximately 1,139 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. Woodland Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #466 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Woodland Middle School show 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.3 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.2
  • NY avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.4Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.66 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics8.2Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency68.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency67.1% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+28.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+4.3 pts
Overall Proficiency68% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)60% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+7.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile72th
Resources & Environment9.7Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11:1
Per-Pupil Spending$29,560
Chronic Absenteeism7.2%

Woodland Middle School — Students at Woodland Middle School score 68% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

25.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 68.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
33.6% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 66.8% (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
96%
ELA
93%
2010
Math
86%
ELA
70%
2011
Math
83%
ELA
75%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
48%
2013
Math
56%
ELA
51%
2014
Math
65%
ELA
50%
2015
Math
75%
ELA
63%
2016
Math
73%
ELA
61%
2017
Math
74%
ELA
72%
2018
Math
79%
ELA
65%
2019
Math
79%
ELA
65%
2020*
Math
62%
ELA
71%
2021*
Math
56%
ELA
71%
2022
Math
68.2%
ELA
67.1%

* 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: 7.4/10.

How Woodland Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.3/10
90th percentile in NY
Academic
8.2/10
Excellent
Growth
7.4/10
Very Good
Environment
9.7/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
25%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
104 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
7.2%

Location

690 WENWOOD DR, East Meadow, NY 11554

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Woodland Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. TURTLE HOOK MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 5.8/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Uniondale), a more accessible option. Additionally, ROOSEVELT MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Roosevelt), a more accessible option. For more schools in East Meadow, see our East Meadow schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
HAROLD D FAYETTE SCHOOL North Merrick 0.7 mi 8.2
JOHN G DINKELMEYER SCHOOL North Bellmore 0.8 mi 6.7
MCVEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Meadow 1.1 mi 9.1
BARNUM WOODS SCHOOL East Meadow 0.8 mi 9.0
PROGRESSIVE SCHOOL OF LONG ISLAND Merrick 1.4 mi 8.2
OLD MILL ROAD SCHOOL Merrick 1.4 mi 6.7
WALNUT STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Uniondale 1.2 mi 6.3
UNIONDALE HIGH SCHOOL Uniondale 1.2 mi 7.0
EAST MEADOW HIGH SCHOOL East Meadow 1.7 mi 9.7
TURTLE HOOK MIDDLE SCHOOL Uniondale 1.4 mi 5.8
PARK AVENUE SCHOOL North Merrick 1.7 mi 7.3
KELLENBERG MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL Uniondale 1.5 mi 3.2
ROOSEVELT MIDDLE SCHOOL Roosevelt 1.6 mi 5.7
CAMP AVENUE SCHOOL Merrick 1.9 mi 7.3
ROOSEVELT HIGH SCHOOL Roosevelt 1.6 mi 6.6
SMITH STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Uniondale 1.6 mi 7.3
PARKWAY SCHOOL East Meadow 1.5 mi 8.2
NEWBRIDGE ROAD SCHOOL North Bellmore 1.8 mi 6.7
MEADOWBROOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Meadow 1.9 mi 8.1
THE CHILDREN'S LEARNING CENTER Roosevelt 2.0 mi 6.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11554 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$128,770

Median Home Value

$613,900

Median Rent

$2,539/mo

Population

35,806

College Educated

44.2%

Homeownership

89.7%

Avg Commute

35.4 min

Poverty Rate

6.9%

Median Age

43.8

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
CHRISTA MCAULIFFE SCHOOL (THE) /IS 187 Brooklyn, NY 8.3
MERRICK AVENUE MIDDLE SCHOOL Merrick, NY 8.3
SOUTH SIDE MIDDLE SCHOOL Rockville Centre, NY 8.3
JONAS E SALK MIDDLE SCHOOL Levittown, NY 8.4
MS 158 MARIE CURIE Bayside, NY 8.4
BERNER MIDDLE SCHOOL Massapequa, NY 8.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Woodland Middle School

What grades does Woodland Middle School serve?

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

How many students attend Woodland Middle School?

Woodland Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 1,139 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Woodland Middle School is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Woodland Middle School rank in NY?

Woodland Middle School ranks #466 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Woodland Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Woodland Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 Woodland Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Woodland Middle School has 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Woodland Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Woodland Middle School a Title I school?

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

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

25.3% of students at Woodland 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
39 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
14 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,139
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
Teachers (FTE)
104
Free/Reduced Lunch
25.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Nassau County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
7.2%

District

EAST MEADOW UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
7,900
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$29,560
District Rank
#6 of 9

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