Serving 596 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Canaan Elementary 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 35-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 596 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Canaan Elementary School serves the west part of Patchogue, NY, covering an area of approximately 2.2 square miles. Families within the attendance zone can typically reach the school in 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 2.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Canaan Elementary School's student population of 596 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
596 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Canaan Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Canaan Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#3467 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
52%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
4%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
39%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.7%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Canaan Elementary School's ranking?
Canaan Elementary School is ranked #3467 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Canaan Elementary School?
596 students attend Canaan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Canaan Elementary School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Canaan Elementary School?
Canaan Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Canaan Elementary School offer ?
Canaan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Canaan Elementary School part of?
Canaan Elementary School is part of Patchogue-Medford Union Free School District.
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