Serving 560 students in grades Kindergarten-11, Searingtown 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 83% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (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 81% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-11
- Enrollment: 560 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Searingtown School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Searingtown School's student population of 560 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-11
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
560 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Searingtown School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Searingtown School is 0.40, 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
#445 out of 4377 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
75%
10%
Hispanic
4%
29%
Black
n/a
16%
White
19%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Searingtown School's ranking?
Searingtown School is ranked #445 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Searingtown School often compared to?
Searingtown Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Center Street School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Searingtown School?
560 students attend Searingtown School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Searingtown School students are Asian, 19% of students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Searingtown School?
Searingtown School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Searingtown School offer ?
Searingtown School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-11 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Searingtown School part of?
Searingtown School is part of Herricks Union Free School District.
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