Serving 582 students in grades 6-8, Sayville Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (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 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 582 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: SAYVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL's attendance zone covers the entire Sayville school district, encompassing an area of approximately 5.4 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 1.6 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest point being 3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sayville Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Sayville Middle School's student population of 582 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
582 students
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sayville Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sayville Middle School is 0.25, 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
#855 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
9%
31%
Black
1%
15%
White
86%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.1%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
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 Sayville Middle School's ranking?
Sayville Middle School is ranked #855 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Sayville Middle School often compared to?
Sayville Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oakdale-bohemia Middle School, East Islip Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% 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 Sayville Middle School?
582 students attend Sayville Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Sayville Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sayville Middle School?
Sayville Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Sayville Middle School offer ?
Sayville Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sayville Middle School part of?
Sayville Middle School is part of Sayville Union Free School District.
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