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#3163 of 4,742 schools in NY
Aquebogue Elementary School
Elementary School · RIVERHEAD CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
499 MAIN RD, Aquebogue, NY 11931
Enrollment
436
Student-Teacher
8.7:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
436
Student-Teacher
8.7:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,163 of 4,742
In district
#2 of 7
RIVERHEAD CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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About Aquebogue Elementary School
Aquebogue Elementary School is a public elementary school in Aquebogue, NY, part of RIVERHEAD CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Aquebogue Elementary School serves approximately 436 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 8.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Aquebogue Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #3,163 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Aquebogue Elementary School show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 4.0
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 8.7:1 students to teachers, Aquebogue Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
35% of students at Aquebogue Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Aquebogue Elementary School — Students at Aquebogue Elementary School score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
40.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 32 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.1/10.
How Aquebogue Elementary School Compares
See how Aquebogue Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
499 MAIN RD, Aquebogue, NY 11931
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Aquebogue Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST JOHN PAUL II REGIONAL SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Riverhead), which scores notably higher. Another option is QUOGUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 8.6 miles away, in nearby Quogue), which scores notably higher. Additionally, EAST QUOGUE SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 7.1 miles away, in nearby East Quogue), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Aquebogue, see our Aquebogue schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11931 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Population
24
College Educated
0%
Homeownership
0%
Poverty Rate
0%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Aquebogue Elementary School
What grades does Aquebogue Elementary School serve?
Aquebogue Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Aquebogue Elementary School?
Aquebogue Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 436 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Aquebogue Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Aquebogue Elementary School is 8.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Aquebogue Elementary School rank in NY?
Aquebogue Elementary School ranks #3,163 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Aquebogue Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Aquebogue Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Aquebogue Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Aquebogue Elementary School has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Aquebogue Elementary School a charter school?
No, Aquebogue Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Aquebogue Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Aquebogue Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Aquebogue Elementary School?
40.4% of students at Aquebogue Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 436
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 50
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 40.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.1%
- Phone
- (631) 369-6780
Resources & Links
District
RIVERHEAD CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 5,656
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,146
- District Rank
- #2 of 7
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