Serving 932 students in grades 6-8, Willink Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 66% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 932 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 84% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Willink Middle School's student population of 932 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 106 teachers has grown by 63% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
932 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
106 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Sep 2, 2025
Campus Size
50
School Motto
Compassionately Connected, Joyfully Engaged, Always Learning
School Rankings
Willink 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 Willink 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
#1213 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
7%
30%
Black
5%
16%
White
82%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
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 Willink Middle School's ranking?
Willink Middle School is ranked #1213 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Willink Middle School often compared to?
Willink Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Spry Middle School, Thomas High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Willink Middle School?
932 students attend Willink Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Willink Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Willink Middle School?
Willink Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Willink Middle School offer ?
Willink Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Willink Middle School part of?
Willink Middle School is part of Webster Central School District.
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