Hampton Bays Elementary School

72 Ponquogue Ave
Hampton Bays, NY 11946
(School attendance zone shown in map)
6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 654 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Hampton Bays Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 654 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 71%
  • : Top 50% in NY
  • : 60-64% (Top 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : 80-84% (Top 50%)
  • : Hampton Bays Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Hampton Bays, NY, encompassing approximately 31.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 7.1 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

School Overview

Hampton Bays Elementary School's student population of 654 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
654 students
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Year Founded
1955
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School Rankings

Hampton Bays Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hampton Bays Elementary School is 0.43, 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.
This School
State Level (NY)
#2163 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
60-64%
52%
35-39%
49%
80-84%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
70%
31%
Black
n/a
15%
White
29%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
71%
0.43
(22-23)
31.5%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing

Sports

School Mascot
Baymen
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hampton Bays Elementary School's ranking?
Hampton Bays Elementary School is ranked #2163 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Hampton Bays Elementary School often compared to?
Hampton Bays Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Quogue School, Southampton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Hampton Bays Elementary School?
654 students attend Hampton Bays Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Hampton Bays Elementary School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hampton Bays Elementary School?
Hampton Bays Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hampton Bays Elementary School offer ?
Hampton Bays Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hampton Bays Elementary School part of?
Hampton Bays Elementary School is part of Hampton Bays Union Free School District.

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 654 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 71%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 60-64% (Top 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : 80-84% (Top 50%)
  • : Hampton Bays Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Hampton Bays, NY, encompassing approximately 31.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 7.1 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

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