Serving 399 students in grades 6-8, James Wilson Young Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 399 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: James Wilson Young Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Bayport school district, covering approximately 5.7 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.4 miles from the school to the zone edge, and the furthest point being 2.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
James Wilson Young Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
James Wilson Young Middle School's student population of 399 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
399 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Welcome to JWY Middle School Where you BELONG, Where we BELIEVE in you, Where anything is POSSIBLE
School Rankings
James Wilson Young Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of James Wilson Young Middle School is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1066 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
81%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
55%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
Showing 2013–2024. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is James Wilson Young Middle School's ranking?
James Wilson Young Middle School is ranked #1066 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend James Wilson Young Middle School?
399 students attend James Wilson Young Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of James Wilson Young Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of James Wilson Young Middle School?
James Wilson Young Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does James Wilson Young Middle School offer ?
James Wilson Young Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is James Wilson Young Middle School part of?
James Wilson Young Middle School is part of Bayport-Blue Point Union Free School District.
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