Serving 898 students in grades 6-8, Sagamore Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (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 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 898 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sagamore Middle School's student population of 898 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 90 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
898 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
90 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sagamore Middle 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 Sagamore Middle School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1711 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
10%
Hispanic
28%
30%
Black
4%
16%
White
59%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sagamore Middle School's ranking?
Sagamore Middle School is ranked #1711 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Sagamore Middle School often compared to?
Sagamore Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Longwood Middle School, Dawnwood Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Sagamore Middle School?
898 students attend Sagamore Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Sagamore Middle School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sagamore Middle School?
Sagamore Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Sagamore Middle School offer ?
Sagamore Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sagamore Middle School part of?
Sagamore Middle School is part of Sachem Central School District.
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