Serving 716 students in grades 6-8, Woodmere Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 716 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Woodmere Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Woodmere Middle School's student population of 716 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
716 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Woodmere Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Woodmere Middle School is 0.59, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#718 out of 4377 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
10%
Hispanic
19%
29%
Black
9%
16%
White
60%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Woodmere Middle School's ranking?
Woodmere Middle School is ranked #718 out of 4,377 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?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Woodmere Middle School?
716 students attend Woodmere Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Woodmere Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Woodmere Middle School?
Woodmere Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Woodmere Middle School offer ?
Woodmere Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Woodmere Middle School part of?
Woodmere Middle School is part of Hewlett-Woodmere Union Free School District.
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