Waverly Middle School

Summary:

Waverly Middle School is a public middle school serving grades 5-8 in the Waverly Central School District in Waverly, New York. With 463 students, the school has shown consistent improvement in its state assessment performance over the past few years, outperforming the district and state averages in several key areas.

Waverly Middle School's strong performance is particularly notable in 8th grade ELA, 7th grade Math, and 8th grade Science, as well as its 100% proficiency rates in Regents exams for Living Environment and Algebra I. The school's relatively high percentage of students from low socioeconomic backgrounds (53.13% receiving free or reduced-price lunch) is also a point of interest, as the school's performance for this student population is better than its overall ranking, suggesting effective support strategies. However, the school's performance for female students and students with special education needs lags behind the overall school ranking, indicating a need for further analysis and targeted interventions.

When compared to nearby middle schools, Horseheads Middle School and Horseheads Intermediate School have similar or slightly higher rankings than Waverly Middle School, while Cohen Middle School and Ernie Davis Academy have significantly lower rankings. Tioga Middle School, part of the Tioga Central School District, outperforms Waverly Middle School, suggesting opportunities for the school to learn from higher-performing institutions in the region.

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Public 5-8

 1 Frederick St
       Waverly, NY  14892-1199


(607) 565-3410

District: Waverly Central School District

SchoolDigger Rank:
578th of 1,504 New York Middle Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $10,312 Help


Students who attend Waverly Middle School usually attend:

High:    Waverly High School

Feeder schools for Waverly Middle School:

Elementary:    Elm Street Elementary School
    Lincoln Street Elementary School

Student/teacher ratio:  12.1 Help
Number of students:  471

Racial breakdown:

White:
94.7%
Two or more races:
2.5%
Hispanic:
1.5%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  46.7% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Waverly Middle School ranks better than 61.6% of middle schools in New York. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 57.66. (See more...)
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (94.7%), two or more races (2.5%), Hispanic (1.5%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 46.7% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Waverly Middle School is 12.1. (See more...)
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Waverly Middle School is $10,312.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Waverly Middle School:

SchoolDigger ranks Waverly Middle School 578th of 1504 New York public middle schools. (See Waverly Middle School in the ranking list.)

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Waverly Central School District:

SchoolDigger ranks Waverly Central School District 561st of 865 New York school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for Waverly Middle School

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Rank History for all students at Waverly Middle School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools NY State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2006 45.38 698th 1095 36.3%
2007 57.61 574th 1123 48.9%
2008 69.63 417th 1185 64.8%
2009 69.62 449th 1224 63.3%
2010 48.73 749th 1243 39.7%
2011 53.26 691st 1295 46.6%
2012 34.19 954th 1337 28.6%
2013 41.11 798th 1373 41.9%
2014 46.87 722nd 1401 48.5%
2015 50.26 656th 1407 53.4%
2016 46.54 731st 1429 48.8%
2017 31.37 1022nd 1455 29.8%
2018 29.55 1047th 1438 27.2%
2019 24.51 1129th 1439 21.5%
2021 35.04 830th 1242 33.2%
2022 45.58 783rd 1479 47.1%
2023 48.68 747th 1500 50.2%
2024 57.66 578th 1504 61.6%
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Rank History for Special Education students at Waverly Middle School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools NY State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 35.51 778th 1170 33.5%
2019 35.15 730th 1139 35.9%
2022 30.74 981st 1283 23.5%
2023 32.51 924th 1307 29.3%
2024 39.51 727th 1303 44.2%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Waverly Middle School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools NY State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 29.48 951st 1245 23.6%
2019 22.68 1058th 1241 14.7%
2021 34.04 636th 935 32.0%
2022 33.92 884th 1306 32.3%
2023 35.01 896th 1288 30.4%
2024 47.11 633rd 1296 51.2%
See the entire list of Best New York Middle Schools for Low Socio Economic Status Students!

Rank History for Female students at Waverly Middle School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools NY State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 27.31 1068th 1353 21.1%
2019 23.56 1112th 1370 18.8%
2021 29.55 808th 1066 24.2%
2022 40.70 855th 1454 41.2%
2023 45.57 795th 1463 45.7%
2024 50.16 712th 1465 51.4%
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Rank History for Male students at Waverly Middle School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools NY State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 33.33 926th 1352 31.5%
2019 27.54 1015th 1366 25.7%
2021 38.12 668th 1071 37.6%
2022 49.66 663rd 1455 54.4%
2023 51.34 663rd 1464 54.7%
2024 64.00 439th 1464 70.0%
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Rank History for White students at Waverly Middle School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools NY State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 15.27 713th 763 6.6%
2021 31.84 452nd 614 26.4%
2022 36.65 486th 748 35.0%
2023 31.68 566th 772 26.7%
2024 44.83 440th 778 43.4%
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Data source: test scores: NY State Education Department, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Enrollment information for Waverly Middle School

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
2002 318 0 4 1 1 n/a n/a 0 324
2003 318 0 4 1 1 n/a n/a 0 324
2004 314 2 3 1 0 n/a n/a 0 320
2005 315 3 3 0 1 n/a n/a 0 322
2006 309 0 1 0 2 n/a n/a 0 312
2007 269 4 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 273
2008 252 6 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 258
2009 265 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 4 269
2010 235 1 2 2 1 n/a n/a 2 243
2011 225 2 2 4 0 0 4 0 237
2012 383 2 0 6 0 4 0 0 395
2013 383 2 1 3 0 4 0 0 393
2014 385 2 3 2 0 0 1 0 393
2015 349 0 7 2 0 0 0 0 358
2016 319 2 6 5 0 0 0 0 332
2017 409 6 6 5 0 2 3 0 431
2018 410 5 1 10 0 2 6 0 434
2019 436 3 1 4 0 1 8 0 453
2020 444 3 1 4 0 0 8 0 460
2021 434 2 2 5 0 0 16 0 459
2022 422 4 2 4 0 0 14 0 446
2023 433 3 5 8 1 0 13 0 463
2024 446 2 3 7 1 0 12 0 471

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Waverly Middle School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2002 324 18.0 18.0 33
2003 324 18.0 18.0 33
2004 320 n/a n/a n/a
2005 322 19.0 16.9 42.9
2006 312 17.0 18.4 40.7
2007 273 16.0 17.1 41.4
2008 258 13.5 19.1 38
2009 269 14.0 19.2 38.5
2010 243 16.0 15.1 42.7
2011 237 15.5 15.2 44.3
2012 395 20.0 19.7 42
2013 393 22.0 17.8 33.8
2014 393 24.0 16.3 43.5
2015 358 22.0 16.2 45.3
2016 332 22.0 15.0 48.8
2017 431 30.9 13.9 57.8
2018 434 32.0 13.5 59.7
2019 453 31.0 14.6 54.1
2020 460 32.5 14.1 46.1
2021 459 33.2 13.8 45.5
2022 446 36.6 12.1 48.9
2023 463 38.2 12.0 53.1
2024 471 38.8 12.1 46.7

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Waverly Middle School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2002 324 18.0 18.0 33
2003 324 18.0 18.0 33
2004 320 n/a n/a n/a
2005 322 19.0 16.9 42.9
2006 312 17.0 18.4 40.7
2007 273 16.0 17.1 41.4
2008 258 13.5 19.1 38
2009 269 14.0 19.2 38.5
2010 243 16.0 15.1 42.7
2011 237 15.5 15.2 44.3
2012 395 20.0 19.7 42
2013 393 22.0 17.8 33.8
2014 393 24.0 16.3 43.5
2015 358 22.0 16.2 45.3
2016 332 22.0 15.0 48.8
2017 431 30.9 13.9 57.8
2018 434 32.0 13.5 59.7
2019 453 31.0 14.6 54.1
2020 460 32.5 14.1 46.1
2021 459 33.2 13.8 45.5
2022 446 36.6 12.1 48.9
2023 463 38.2 12.0 53.1
2024 471 38.8 12.1 46.7

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.

Immunization Rates

Waverly Middle School

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YearCompletely ImmunizedReligious ExemptionMedical ExemptionPolioMeaslesMumpsRubellaDiphtheriaHepatitis BVaricella
201398.7%0.8%0.3%99.0%99.0%99.0%99.0%98.7%99.0%99.0%
201499.0%0.5%0.5%99.0%99.0%99.0%99.0%99.0%99.0%99.0%
201599.2%0.3%0.6%99.2%99.2%99.2%99.2%99.2%99.2%99.2%
201699.7%0.0%0.3%99.7%99.7%99.7%99.7%99.7%99.7%99.7%
201789.9%0.9%0.0%99.3%98.8%98.8%98.8%98.6%99.3%99.1%
201898.4%0.9%0.2%99.1%98.9%98.9%98.9%99.3%99.3%98.9%
201997.8%0.0%0.0%98.7%98.0%98.0%98.0%98.7%98.7%98.5%
202098.8%0.0%99.4%99.9%99.9%99.9%99.8%99.9%99.4%

Data source: New York State Department of Health
Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for Waverly Middle School

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $314 (3.2%) $9,647 (96.8%) $9,961
2020 $566 (5.5%) $9,801 (94.5%) $10,367
2021 $1,171 (12.4%) $8,237 (87.6%) $9,408
2022 $1,093 (10.2%) $9,627 (89.8%) $10,720
2023 $617 (6.0%) $9,694 (94.0%) $10,312

Data source: New York Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Waverly Middle School

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 1129th of 1439 Middle schoolsRanks 747th of 1500 Middle schools
 28.7%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
5th Grade English Language Arts (Waverly Middle School)2933.6
 4.6%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Waverly Central School District)2833.1
 5%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (New York)3845.1
 7.1%
5th Grade Math (Waverly Middle School)3337.4
 4.4%
   5th Grade Math (Waverly Central School District)3336.8
 3.8%
   5th Grade Math (New York)4649.7
 3.7%
6th Grade English Language Arts (Waverly Middle School)2644.4
 18.4%
   6th Grade English Language Arts (Waverly Central School District)2644.4
 18.4%
   6th Grade English Language Arts (New York)4745.8
 1.2%
6th Grade Math (Waverly Middle School)3651.4
 15.4%
   6th Grade Math (Waverly Central School District)3650.9
 14.9%
   6th Grade Math (New York)4748.1
 1.1%
7th Grade English Language Arts (Waverly Middle School)1833.3
 15.3%
   7th Grade English Language Arts (Waverly Central School District)1833
 15%
   7th Grade English Language Arts (New York)4048
 8%
7th Grade Math (Waverly Middle School)3246.3
 14.3%
   7th Grade Math (Waverly Central School District)3145.9
 14.9%
   7th Grade Math (New York)4451.9
 7.9%
8th Grade English Language Arts (Waverly Middle School)2940.3
 11.3%
   8th Grade English Language Arts (Waverly Central School District)2840.3
 12.3%
   8th Grade English Language Arts (New York)4855.2
 7.2%
8th Grade Math (Waverly Middle School)1655.8
 39.8%
   8th Grade Math (Waverly Central School District)1655.8
 39.8%
   8th Grade Math (New York)3340.7
 7.7%
End of Course Common Core Algebra I (Waverly Middle School)100100
   End of Course Common Core Algebra I (Waverly Central School District)70.275.2
 5%
   End of Course Common Core Algebra I (New York)71.164.6
 6.5%
End of Course Living Environment (Waverly Middle School)10090.5
 9.5%
   End of Course Living Environment (Waverly Central School District)82.868.1
 14.7%
   End of Course Living Environment (New York)73.265.7
 7.5%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students453463
 2.2%
African American33
American Indian01
Asian15
 400%
Hispanic48
 100%
Pacific Islander10
 100%
White436433
 0.7%
Two or More Races813
 62.5%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients54.1%53.1%
 1%


Schools Near Waverly Middle School

Waverly Central School District
Public 5-8
Distance: 0mi
Rank: 578th of 1504
Students: 471
Tioga Central School District
Public 5-8
Distance: 9.71mi
Rank: 328th of 1504
Students: 273
Spencer-Van Etten Central School District
Public 5-8
Distance: 13.9mi
Rank: 993rd of 1504
Students: 230
Owego-Apalachin Central School District
Public 6-8
Distance: 15.04mi
Rank: 827th of 1504
Students: 461
Elmira City School District
Public 7-8
Distance: 16.37mi
Rank: 1422nd of 1504
Students: 797
Elmira Heights Central School District
Public 6-8
Distance: 17.08mi
Rank: 949th of 1504
Students: 252
Horseheads Central School District
Public 7-8
Distance: 19.84mi
Rank: 843rd of 1504
Students: 542
Horseheads Central School District
Public 5-6
Distance: 19.85mi
Students: 574








Frequently Asked Questions about Waverly Middle School

Waverly Middle School ranks 578th of 1504 New York middle schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 3 stars out of 5.

Students who attend Waverly Middle School usually go on to attend Waverly High School

In the 2023-24 school year, 471 students attended Waverly Middle School.

Students at Waverly Middle School are 95% White, 3% Two or more races, 1% Hispanic.


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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau, the WNYC and the New York State Department of Health and the NY State Education Department.

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