Oyster Bay Middle School vs West Side School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New York, United States, 4.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Oyster Bay Middle School
Oyster Bay · Public middle · Grades 7–8
205 students
West Side School
Syosset · Public elementary · Grades 2–6
215 students
| Measure | Oyster Bay Middle School Oyster Bay, New York | West Side School Syosset, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 85 Top 10% | 92 Top 5% |
| State rank | #88 of 785 | #53 of 2,536 |
| National rank | #819 of 15,369 | #364 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 2–6 |
| Students | 205 | 215 |
| Enrollment | 205 | 215 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 25.9% | 1.9% |
| Students per teacher | 8.2 | 9.3 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 72% |
| Math proficiency | – | 87% |
| city | Oyster Bay | Syosset |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Side School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (92.4 vs 84.5).
- •West Side School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (1.9% vs 25.9%).
- •Oyster Bay Middle School does better on students per teacher (8.2 vs 9.3).
- •West Side School is the larger school with 215 students compared with 205.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Oyster Bay Middle School better than West Side School?
On the Success Index (US), West Side School ranks higher (92.4 vs 84.5 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Oyster Bay Middle School and West Side School?
About 4.5 km in a straight line, between Oyster Bay and Syosset in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Oyster Bay Middle School: 205. West Side School: 215. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Oyster Bay Middle School and West Side School rank in New York?
Oyster Bay Middle School is 88th of 785 and West Side School is 53rd of 2,536 among middle schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).