West Middle Island School

30 Swezey Ln
Middle Island, NY 11953
3/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 687 students in grades Kindergarten-4, West Middle Island 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 35-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 687 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 57%
  • : Bottom 50% in NY
  • : 35-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 70-74% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

West Middle Island School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:

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School Overview

West Middle Island School's student population of 687 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
687 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers

School Rankings

West Middle Island School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Middle Island School is 0.71, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (NY)
#3209 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(22-23)
35-39%
52%
30-34%
49%
70-74%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
29%
30%
Black
14%
16%
White
43%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.71
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is West Middle Island School's ranking?
West Middle Island School is ranked #3209 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are West Middle Island School often compared to?
West Middle Island Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Coram Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend West Middle Island School?
687 students attend West Middle Island School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of West Middle Island School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Middle Island School?
West Middle Island School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does West Middle Island School offer ?
West Middle Island School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Middle Island School part of?
West Middle Island School is part of Longwood Central School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 687 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 57%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 35-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 70-74% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

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