Best 11978 New York Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 357 students in 11978, NY.
The top-ranked public middle school in 11978, NY is Westhampton Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 11978 have an average math proficiency score of 70% (versus the New York public middle school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 51% statewide average). Middle schools in 11978, NY have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New York public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public middle school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).

Best 11978, NY Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Westhampton Middle School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
340 Mill Rd
Westhampton Beach, NY 11978
(631) 288-3800
Gr: 6-8 | 357 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 44%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 11978, NY?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 11978, NY include Westhampton Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 11978?
1 public middle schools are located in 11978.
What is the racial composition of students in 11978?
11978 public middle schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public middle schools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).

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