Serving 924 students in grades 7-8, John W Dodd 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 37% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 924 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: John W Dodd Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Freeport, NY, covering approximately 13.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 1.8 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest point being 9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
John W Dodd Middle School's student population of 924 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 90 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
924 students
Total Classroom Teachers
90 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
John W Dodd Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John W Dodd Middle School is 0.47, 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
#3063 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
70%
31%
Black
21%
15%
White
5%
39%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.7%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John W Dodd Middle School's ranking?
John W Dodd Middle School is ranked #3063 out of 4,346 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?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend John W Dodd Middle School?
924 students attend John W Dodd Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of John W Dodd Middle School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John W Dodd Middle School?
John W Dodd Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does John W Dodd Middle School offer ?
John W Dodd Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is John W Dodd Middle School part of?
John W Dodd Middle School is part of Freeport Union Free School District.
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