Serving 651 students in grades 5-8, Wellwood Middle School ranks in the top 20% 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 84% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than 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 21% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 651 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 84% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wellwood 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
Wellwood Middle School's student population of 651 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
651 students
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wellwood Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wellwood Middle School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#444 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
10%
Hispanic
3%
31%
Black
4%
15%
White
79%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hornets
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wellwood Middle School's ranking?
Wellwood Middle School is ranked #444 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Wellwood Middle School often compared to?
Wellwood Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eagle Hill Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Wellwood Middle School?
651 students attend Wellwood Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Wellwood Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wellwood Middle School?
Wellwood Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Wellwood Middle School offer ?
Wellwood Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wellwood Middle School part of?
Wellwood Middle School is part of Fayetteville-Manlius Central School District.
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