Serving 312 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Southold 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 30-34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 312 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southold Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Southold Elementary School's student population of 312 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
312 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Southold Elementary 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 Southold Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#2808 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
38%
30%
Black
1%
16%
White
59%
40%
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
26%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Southold Elementary School's ranking?
Southold Elementary School is ranked #2808 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Southold Elementary School often compared to?
Southold Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mattituck-cutchogue Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Southold Elementary School?
312 students attend Southold Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Southold Elementary School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southold Elementary School?
Southold Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Southold Elementary School offer ?
Southold Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Southold Elementary School part of?
Southold Elementary School is part of Southold Union Free School District.
In what neighborhood is Southold Elementary School located?
Southold Elementary School is located in the North Fork neighborhood of Southold, NY. There are 1 other public schools located in North Fork.
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