Serving 599 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Setauket Elementary 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 78% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% 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-6
- Enrollment: 599 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Setauket Elementary School serves the northern portion of its school district in East Setauket, NY, covering an area of approximately 10.2 square miles. Most students typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 3.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Setauket Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Setauket Elementary School's student population of 599 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
599 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Setauket Elementary 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 Setauket Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#576 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Asian
7%
10%
Hispanic
9%
31%
Black
1%
15%
White
76%
39%
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
55%
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 Setauket Elementary School's ranking?
Setauket Elementary School is ranked #576 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Setauket Elementary School often compared to?
Setauket Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Paul J Gelinas Junior High School, Nassakeag Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Setauket Elementary School?
599 students attend Setauket Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Setauket Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Setauket Elementary School?
Setauket Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Setauket Elementary School offer ?
Setauket Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Setauket Elementary School part of?
Setauket Elementary School is part of Three Village Central School District.
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