For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,488 students in 11779, NY.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 11779, NY are Ronkonkoma Middle School and Samoset Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 11779 have an average math proficiency score of 71% (versus the New York public middle school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 51% statewide average). Middle schools in 11779, NY have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of New York public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public middle school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best 11779, NY Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ronkonkoma Middle School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
501 Peconic St
Ronkonkoma, NY 11779
(631) 467-6000
Ronkonkoma, NY 11779
(631) 467-6000
Gr: 6-8 | 641 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #22.
Samoset Middle School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
51 School St
Ronkonkoma, NY 11779
(631) 471-1700
Ronkonkoma, NY 11779
(631) 471-1700
Gr: 6-8 | 847 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 11779, NY?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 11779, NY include Ronkonkoma Middle School and Samoset Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 11779?
2 public middle schools are located in 11779.
What is the racial composition of students in 11779?
11779 public middle schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public middle schools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
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