Serving 383 students in grades 1-5, Oxhead Road School ranks in the bottom 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 50-54% (which is approximately equal to 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 17:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 383 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: OXHEAD ROAD SCHOOL serves the western part of its school district in Centereach, NY, covering an area of approximately 1.8 square miles, with most families living within a 5-10 minute drive from the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 0.8 miles, while the furthest edge is located 1.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Oxhead Road School's student population of 383 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
383 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Oxhead Road 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 Oxhead Road School is 0.64, 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
#2670 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
11:1
Asian
8%
10%
Hispanic
40%
31%
Black
3%
15%
White
44%
39%
Two or more races
5%
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
44%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oxhead Road School's ranking?
Oxhead Road School is ranked #2670 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% 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 Oxhead Road School?
383 students attend Oxhead Road School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Oxhead Road School students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oxhead Road School?
Oxhead Road School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Oxhead Road School offer ?
Oxhead Road School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Oxhead Road School part of?
Oxhead Road School is part of Middle Country Central School District.
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