Serving 431 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sag Harbor 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 55-59% (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 30% 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-5
- Enrollment: 431 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: SAG HARBOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL's attendance zone encompasses the entire Sag Harbor school district, covering approximately 24.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school is 5-10 minutes, with an average distance of 2.7 miles to the zone edge, extending up to 6.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sag Harbor Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Sag Harbor Elementary School's student population of 431 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
431 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sag Harbor 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 Sag Harbor Elementary 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
#1313 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
25%
31%
Black
2%
15%
White
70%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.3%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
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 Sag Harbor Elementary School's ranking?
Sag Harbor Elementary School is ranked #1313 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Sag Harbor Elementary School often compared to?
Sag Harbor Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bridgehampton 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 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Sag Harbor Elementary School?
431 students attend Sag Harbor Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Sag Harbor Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sag Harbor Elementary School?
Sag Harbor Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Sag Harbor Elementary School offer ?
Sag Harbor Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sag Harbor Elementary School part of?
Sag Harbor Elementary School is part of Sag Harbor Union Free School District.
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