Serving 486 students in grades 5-8, Waverly 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 48% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 486 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Waverly Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Waverly school district, covering approximately 86.4 square miles in Waverly, NY. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located up to 9.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Waverly Middle School's student population of 486 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
486 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Waverly 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 Waverly Middle School is 0.13, 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
#2459 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
15%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
93%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.3%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 20-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 Waverly Middle School's ranking?
Waverly Middle School is ranked #2459 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Waverly Middle School often compared to?
Waverly Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tioga Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Waverly Middle School?
486 students attend Waverly Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Waverly Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waverly Middle School?
Waverly Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Waverly Middle School offer ?
Waverly Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Waverly Middle School part of?
Waverly Middle School is part of Waverly Central School District.
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