Serving 802 students in grades 6-8, South Woods Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 92% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher 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 63% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 802 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 92% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 95% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: South Woods Middle School serves the northwest part of Syosset, NY, encompassing an area of approximately 7.3 square miles, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive and an average distance of 1.8 miles from the school to the zone's edge. The furthest point within the attendance zone is about 3.3 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Woods Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
South Woods Middle School's student population of 802 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
802 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
South Woods Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Woods Middle School is 0.58, 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
#182 out of 4346 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
53%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
37%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.4%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2006–2025. 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 South Woods Middle School's ranking?
South Woods Middle School is ranked #182 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New York.
What schools are South Woods Middle School often compared to?
South Woods Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like H B Thompson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
92% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend South Woods Middle School?
802 students attend South Woods Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of South Woods Middle School students are Asian, 37% of students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Woods Middle School?
South Woods Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does South Woods Middle School offer ?
South Woods Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South Woods Middle School part of?
South Woods Middle School is part of Syosset Central School District.
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