Serving 588 students in grades 6-8, William T Rogers Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 588 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: William T Rogers Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Kings Park, NY, covering approximately 33.2 square miles. The zone is typically a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 2.7 miles to the nearest edge and extending up to 9.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
William T Rogers 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
William T Rogers Middle School's student population of 588 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
588 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
William T Rogers Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of William T Rogers Middle School is 0.37, 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
#704 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
15%
Showing 2004–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
78%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.8%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. 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 William T Rogers Middle School's ranking?
William T Rogers Middle School is ranked #704 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend William T Rogers Middle School?
588 students attend William T Rogers Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of William T Rogers Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of William T Rogers Middle School?
William T Rogers Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does William T Rogers Middle School offer ?
William T Rogers Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is William T Rogers Middle School part of?
William T Rogers Middle School is part of Kings Park Central School District.
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