J Watson Bailey Middle School

118 Merilina Ave Ext
Kingston, NY 12401
2/
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Bottom 50%
Serving 1,011 students in grades 5-8, J Watson Bailey Middle 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 22% (which is lower than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 5-8
  • Enrollment: 1,011 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 45%
  • : Bottom 50% in NY
  • : 22% (Btm 50%)
  • : 48% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

J Watson Bailey Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:

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School Overview

J Watson Bailey Middle School's student population of 1,011 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 103 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,011 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
103 teachers
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School Rankings

J Watson Bailey Middle 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 J Watson Bailey Middle School is 0.62, 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.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
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State Level (NY)
#3344 out of 4093 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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22%
55%
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48%
62%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
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Asian
2%
10%
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Hispanic
25%
29%
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Black
9%
16%
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White
55%
41%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
3%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.62
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
51%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
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School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is J Watson Bailey Middle School's ranking?
J Watson Bailey Middle School is ranked #3344 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are J Watson Bailey Middle School often compared to?
J Watson Bailey Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like M Clifford Miller Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend J Watson Bailey Middle School?
1,011 students attend J Watson Bailey Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of J Watson Bailey Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of J Watson Bailey Middle School?
J Watson Bailey Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does J Watson Bailey Middle School offer ?
J Watson Bailey Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is J Watson Bailey Middle School part of?
J Watson Bailey Middle School is part of Kingston City School District.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 5-8
  • Enrollment: 1,011 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 45%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 22% (Btm 50%)
  • : 48% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

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