Serving 385 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Southampton Elementary 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 35-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 385 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southampton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Southampton Elementary School's student population of 385 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
385 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Wed. May 27, 2026
School Rankings
Southampton Elementary 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 Southampton Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#2894 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
6%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
50%
30%
Black
2%
16%
White
37%
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
47%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Southampton Elementary School's ranking?
Southampton Elementary School is ranked #2894 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Southampton Elementary School often compared to?
Southampton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hampton Bays Elementary School, Sag Harbor Elementary School, Westhampton Beach Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Southampton Elementary School?
385 students attend Southampton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Southampton Elementary School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 6% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southampton Elementary School?
Southampton Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Southampton Elementary School offer ?
Southampton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Southampton Elementary School part of?
Southampton Elementary School is part of Southampton Union Free School District.
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