Serving 615 students in grades 6-8, Merton Williams Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (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 16% 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: 615 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 81% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Merton Williams Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Hilton, NY, encompassing approximately 70.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 10 to 15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Merton Williams Middle School's student population of 615 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
615 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Merton Williams Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Merton Williams Middle School is 0.29, 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
#1745 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
84%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.9%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-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 Merton Williams Middle School's ranking?
Merton Williams Middle School is ranked #1745 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Merton Williams Middle School?
615 students attend Merton Williams Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Merton Williams Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Merton Williams Middle School?
Merton Williams Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Merton Williams Middle School offer ?
Merton Williams Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Merton Williams Middle School part of?
Merton Williams Middle School is part of Hilton Central School District.
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