Serving 559 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%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (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 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 559 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Ocean Middle School's student population of 559 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 107% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
559 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
School Rankings
South Ocean Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Ocean Middle School is 0.56, 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
#3923 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
59%
30%
Black
6%
16%
White
30%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Ocean Middle School's ranking?
South Ocean Middle School is ranked #3923 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
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?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend South Ocean Middle School?
559 students attend South Ocean Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of South Ocean Middle School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Ocean Middle School?
South Ocean Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
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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