Serving 496 students in grades 3-5, South Country School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (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 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 496 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: SOUTH COUNTRY SCHOOL's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Bay Shore, NY, encompassing approximately 6.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3.6 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Country School's student population of 496 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
496 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
South Country School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Country School is 0.67, 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
#3072 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
46%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
15%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
32%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.2%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
55%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Maroon and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Country School's ranking?
South Country School is ranked #3072 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend South Country School?
496 students attend South Country School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of South Country School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 15% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Country School?
South Country School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does South Country School offer ?
South Country School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South Country School part of?
South Country School is part of Bay Shore Union Free School District.
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