Serving 542 students in grades 3-5, Joseph A Edgar Intermediate 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 43% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (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 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 542 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Joseph A Edgar Intermediate School serves the entire district of Rocky Point, NY, encompassing an area of approximately 41.8 square miles, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 5 to 10 minutes. The furthest edge of the attendance zone is about 11 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Joseph A Edgar Intermediate School's student population of 542 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
542 students
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
School Motto
‘Eagle Power’
School Rankings
Joseph A Edgar Intermediate 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 Joseph A Edgar Intermediate School is 0.45, 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
#3084 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
23%
31%
Black
2%
15%
White
71%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joseph A Edgar Intermediate School's ranking?
Joseph A Edgar Intermediate School is ranked #3084 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Joseph A Edgar Intermediate School often compared to?
Joseph A Edgar Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Frank J Carasiti Elementary School, Longwood Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Joseph A Edgar Intermediate School?
542 students attend Joseph A Edgar Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Joseph A Edgar Intermediate School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Joseph A Edgar Intermediate School?
Joseph A Edgar Intermediate School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Joseph A Edgar Intermediate School offer ?
Joseph A Edgar Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Joseph A Edgar Intermediate School part of?
Joseph A Edgar Intermediate School is part of Rocky Point Union Free School District.
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