Serving 639 students in grades 6-8, South Ocean Middle 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%) for the 2018-2019 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is lower than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher 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 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 639 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Ocean Middle School's student population of 639 students has grown by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 75% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
639 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of South Ocean Middle School is 0.55, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)15-19%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
59%
29%
Black
4%
16%
White
32%
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
51%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are South Ocean Middle School often compared to?
South Ocean Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Saxton Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average).
How many students attend South Ocean Middle School?
639 students attend South Ocean Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of South Ocean Middle School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Ocean Middle School?
South Ocean Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does South Ocean Middle School offer ?
South Ocean Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is South Ocean Middle School part of?
South Ocean Middle School is part of Patchogue-Medford Union Free School District.
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