Serving 71 students in grades 5-12, Linnaeus W West School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 71 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Linnaeus W West School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Linnaeus W West School's student population of 71 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
71 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Linnaeus W West School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Linnaeus W West School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2297 out of 4093 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
5%
29%
Black
10%
16%
White
72%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Linnaeus W West School's ranking?
Linnaeus W West School is ranked #2297 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Linnaeus W West School?
The graduation rate of Linnaeus W West School is 50%, which is lower than the New York state average of 85%.
How many students attend Linnaeus W West School?
71 students attend Linnaeus W West School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Linnaeus W West School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Linnaeus W West School?
Linnaeus W West School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Linnaeus W West School offer ?
Linnaeus W West School offers enrollment in grades 5-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Linnaeus W West School part of?
Linnaeus W West School is part of Union-Endicott Central School District.
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