Serving 648 students in grades 6-8, Wantagh Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 77% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (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 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 648 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 92% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wantagh Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Wantagh Middle School's student population of 648 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
648 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wantagh Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wantagh Middle School is 0.32, 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
#1048 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
10%
30%
Black
n/a
15%
White
82%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wantagh Middle School's ranking?
Wantagh Middle School is ranked #1048 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Wantagh Middle School?
648 students attend Wantagh Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Wantagh Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wantagh Middle School?
Wantagh Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Wantagh Middle School offer ?
Wantagh Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wantagh Middle School part of?
Wantagh Middle School is part of Wantagh Union Free School District.
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