Serving 284 students in grades 7-8, West Hempstead Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 284 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39%
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Hempstead Middle School's student population of 284 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 88% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
284 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Mascot
Rams
School Rankings
The diversity score of West Hempstead Middle School is 0.71, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)35-39%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
10%
Hispanic
43%
30%
Black
24%
16%
White
21%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Rams
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are West Hempstead Middle School often compared to?
West Hempstead Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Woodland Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend West Hempstead Middle School?
284 students attend West Hempstead Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of West Hempstead Middle School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 21% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Hempstead Middle School?
West Hempstead Middle School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does West Hempstead Middle School offer ?
West Hempstead Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Hempstead Middle School part of?
West Hempstead Middle School is part of West Hempstead Union Free School District.
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