Serving 298 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Montauk School ranks in the top 30% 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 55-59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 298 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Montauk School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 76.5 square miles in Montauk, NY. Families typically drive 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 5 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and the furthest point being 10.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Montauk School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Montauk School's student population of 298 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
298 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Montauk School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Montauk School is 0.48, 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
#1202 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
30%
31%
Black
1%
15%
White
66%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.3%
34.8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Montauk School's ranking?
Montauk School is ranked #1202 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Montauk School often compared to?
Montauk Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Amagansett School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Montauk School?
298 students attend Montauk School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Montauk School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Montauk School?
Montauk School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Montauk School offer ?
Montauk School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Montauk School part of?
Montauk School is part of Montauk Union Free School District.
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