Serving 899 students in grades 5-8, Transit Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 86% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 899 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 86% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Transit 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
Transit Middle School's student population of 899 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
899 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
For the strength of the pack is the wolf, and the strength of the wolf is the pack.
School Rankings
Transit Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Transit Middle School is 0.55, 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
#276 out of 4346 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
27%
10%
Hispanic
4%
30%
Black
2%
16%
White
61%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Transit Middle School's ranking?
Transit Middle School is ranked #276 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Transit Middle School often compared to?
Transit Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Casey Middle School, Clarence Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
86% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Transit Middle School?
899 students attend Transit Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Transit Middle School students are White, 27% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Transit Middle School?
Transit Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Transit Middle School offer ?
Transit Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Transit Middle School part of?
Transit Middle School is part of Williamsville Central School District.
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