Serving 650 students in grades 6-8, Henry H Wells 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 34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (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 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 650 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 82% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Henry H Wells Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Henry H Wells Middle School's student population of 650 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has grown by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
650 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Year Founded
1957
School Rankings
Henry H Wells Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Henry H Wells Middle School is 0.56, 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
#2782 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
54%
30%
Black
3%
16%
White
39%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Henry H Wells Middle School's ranking?
Henry H Wells Middle School is ranked #2782 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Henry H Wells Middle School often compared to?
Henry H Wells Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brewster High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Henry H Wells Middle School?
650 students attend Henry H Wells Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Henry H Wells Middle School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Henry H Wells Middle School?
Henry H Wells Middle School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Henry H Wells Middle School offer ?
Henry H Wells Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Henry H Wells Middle School part of?
Henry H Wells Middle School is part of Brewster Central School District.
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