Serving 372 students in grades 5-7, Willets Road 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 91% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-7
- Enrollment: 372 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 91% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Willets Road School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Roslyn Heights, NY, covering an area of approximately 4.4 square miles with typical drive times of 5-10 minutes and an average distance of 1.3 miles from the school to the zone's edge, reaching up to 2.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Willets Road School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Willets Road School's student population of 372 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-7
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
372 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Willets Road 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 Willets Road School is 0.61, 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
#136 out of 4346 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
36%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
51%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Willets Road School's ranking?
Willets Road School is ranked #136 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Willets Road School often compared to?
Willets Road Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Herricks Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
91% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Willets Road School?
372 students attend Willets Road School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Willets Road School students are White, 36% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Willets Road School?
Willets Road School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Willets Road School offer ?
Willets Road School offers enrollment in grades 5-7 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Willets Road School part of?
Willets Road School is part of East Williston Union Free School District.
School Reviews
4 10/10/2025
I liked my time at Willets. Most of the teachers were good, most lessons were pretty engaging, and pretty diverse. The problem is that sports are not great and clubs are heavily under-funded. I would most likely send my kids to Willets.
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