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#3158 of 4,742 schools in NY
Barton Elementary School
Elementary School · PATCHOGUE-MEDFORD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
199 BARTON AVE, Patchogue, NY 11772
Enrollment
492
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
492
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,158 of 4,742
In Patchogue
#3 of 8
public schools
In district
#4 of 11
PATCHOGUE-MEDFORD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Barton Elementary School
Barton Elementary School is a public elementary school in Patchogue, NY, part of PATCHOGUE-MEDFORD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Barton Elementary School serves approximately 492 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Barton Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #3,158 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Barton Elementary School show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 4.7
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Barton Elementary School — Students at Barton Elementary School score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
42.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 30 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: 5.3/10.
How Barton Elementary School Compares
See how Barton Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
199 BARTON AVE, Patchogue, NY 11772
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Barton Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BLUE POINT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Blue Point), which scores notably higher. Another option is TAMARAC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Holbrook), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, VERNE W CRITZ ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby East Patchogue), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Patchogue, see our Patchogue schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SAXTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Patchogue | 0.3 mi | 5.3 |
| EASTERN SUFFOLK BOCES Patchogue | 0.5 mi | 5.7 |
| MEDFORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Patchogue | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| TREMONT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Medford | 1.1 mi | 3.6 |
| OREGON MIDDLE SCHOOL Medford | 1.3 mi | 5.9 |
| PATCHOGUE-MEDFORD HIGH SCHOOL Medford | 1.6 mi | 7.6 |
| CANAAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Patchogue | 1.3 mi | 3.6 |
| BAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Patchogue | 1.9 mi | 5.5 |
| SOUTH OCEAN MIDDLE SCHOOL Patchogue | 2.0 mi | 4.9 |
| HOLY ANGELS REGIONAL SCHOOL Patchogue | 2.0 mi | 5.3 |
| RIVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Patchogue | 2.1 mi | 5.0 |
| VICTORY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY East Patchogue | 2.4 mi | 6.9 |
| VERNE W CRITZ ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Patchogue | 2.6 mi | 6.3 |
| EAGLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Medford | 3.2 mi | 3.8 |
| TAMARAC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Holbrook | 2.7 mi | 6.4 |
| BLUE POINT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Blue Point | 3.3 mi | 7.6 |
| LYNWOOD AVENUE SCHOOL Farmingville | 3.6 mi | 4.3 |
| SACHEM HIGH SCHOOL EAST Farmingville | 3.9 mi | 8.5 |
| WAVERLY AVENUE SCHOOL Holtsville | 3.4 mi | 5.0 |
| JAMES WILSON YOUNG MIDDLE SCHOOL Bayport | 3.3 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11772 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$105,246
Median Home Value
$450,600
Median Rent
$2,015/mo
Population
45,006
College Educated
32.7%
Homeownership
70.3%
Avg Commute
32.6 min
Poverty Rate
6.5%
Median Age
40.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALEXANDER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Alexander, NY | 5.5 |
| ANN G MCGUINNESS ELEMENTAR SCHOOL Endicott, NY | 5.5 |
| ANNUNCIATION SCHOOL Tuckahoe, NY | 5.5 |
| AQUEBOGUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Aquebogue, NY | 5.5 |
| AUTUMN LANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rochester, NY | 5.5 |
| BAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Patchogue, NY | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Barton Elementary School
What grades does Barton Elementary School serve?
Barton Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Barton Elementary School?
Barton Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 492 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Barton Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Barton Elementary School is 10.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Barton Elementary School rank in NY?
Barton Elementary School ranks #3,158 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Barton Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Barton 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 Barton Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Barton Elementary School has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Barton Elementary School a charter school?
No, Barton Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Barton Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Barton Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Barton Elementary School?
42.5% of students at Barton 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 492
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 42.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.5%
- Phone
- (631) 687-6900
Resources & Links
District
PATCHOGUE-MEDFORD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 7,463
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,659
- District Rank
- #4 of 11
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