Serving 70 students in grades 8-12, 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 70 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Linnaeus W West School's student population of 70 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
70 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Rankings
Linnaeus W West 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 Linnaeus W West School is 0.41, 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
#3214 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
8%
31%
Black
6%
15%
White
76%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)71.4%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
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 #3214 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?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% 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 87%.
How many students attend Linnaeus W West School?
70 students attend Linnaeus W West School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Linnaeus W West School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Linnaeus W West School?
Linnaeus W West School has a student ration of 6:1, 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 8-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
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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