Serving 808 students in grades 6-8, West Babylon Junior High School ranks in the top 50% 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 68% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is equal to 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 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 808 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Babylon Junior High School's student population of 808 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
808 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Motto
Be All You Can Be
School Rankings
West Babylon Junior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Babylon Junior High School is 0.63, 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
#1562 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
35%
30%
Black
12%
16%
White
49%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 West Babylon Junior High School's ranking?
West Babylon Junior High School is ranked #1562 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend West Babylon Junior High School?
808 students attend West Babylon Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of West Babylon Junior High School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Babylon Junior High School?
West Babylon Junior High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does West Babylon Junior High School offer ?
West Babylon Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Babylon Junior High School part of?
West Babylon Junior High School is part of West Babylon Union Free School District.
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