Serving 847 students in grades 6-8, Samoset 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 70% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (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 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 847 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Samoset Middle School serves the northwest part of Ronkonkoma, NY, covering an area of approximately 5.4 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 2 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Samoset Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Samoset Middle School's student population of 847 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
847 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
WE ARE SACHEM!
School Rankings
Samoset 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 Samoset Middle School is 0.59, 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
#1703 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
9%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
24%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
59%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.5%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Samoset Middle School's ranking?
Samoset Middle School is ranked #1703 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Samoset Middle School?
847 students attend Samoset Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Samoset Middle School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Samoset Middle School?
Samoset Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Samoset Middle School offer ?
Samoset Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Samoset Middle School part of?
Samoset Middle School is part of Sachem Central School District.
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