Serving 680 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Eagle 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 31% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 680 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Eagle Elementary School serves the northern part of Medford, NY, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 3.5 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Eagle Elementary School's student population of 680 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
680 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Eagle 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 Eagle Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#3969 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
53%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
30%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.5%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eagle Elementary School's ranking?
Eagle Elementary School is ranked #3969 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Eagle Elementary School often compared to?
Eagle Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tremont Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Eagle Elementary School?
680 students attend Eagle Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Eagle Elementary School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Eagle Elementary School?
Eagle Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Eagle Elementary School offer ?
Eagle Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Eagle Elementary School part of?
Eagle Elementary School is part of Patchogue-Medford Union Free School District.
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