Serving 1,078 students in grades 6-8, William Paca 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 35% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,078 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 74% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: William Paca Middle School serves the southern part of Mastic Beach, NY, covering an area of approximately 8.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 3.1 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
William Paca Middle School's student population of 1,078 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 96 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,078 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
96 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
William Paca 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 William Paca Middle School is 0.70, 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
#3188 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
43%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
21%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
27%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.3%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. 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 William Paca Middle School's ranking?
William Paca Middle School is ranked #3188 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are William Paca Middle School often compared to?
William Paca Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like William Floyd Middle School, Dayton Avenue School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend William Paca Middle School?
1,078 students attend William Paca Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of William Paca Middle School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 21% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of William Paca Middle School?
William Paca Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does William Paca Middle School offer ?
William Paca Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is William Paca Middle School part of?
William Paca Middle School is part of William Floyd Union Free School District.
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