Below Average
#4203 of 4,742 schools in NY
Brookhaven Elementary School
Elementary School · SOUTH COUNTRY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
101 FIREPLACE NECK RD, Brookhaven, NY 11719
Enrollment
521
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
521
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,203 of 4,742
In Brookhaven
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#5 of 6
SOUTH COUNTRY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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About Brookhaven Elementary School
Brookhaven Elementary School is a public elementary school in Brookhaven, NY, part of SOUTH COUNTRY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Brookhaven Elementary School serves approximately 521 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Brookhaven Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #4,203 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Brookhaven Elementary School show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 4.7
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
40% of students at Brookhaven 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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Brookhaven Elementary School — Students at Brookhaven Elementary School score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
50.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 24 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.6/10.
How Brookhaven Elementary School Compares
See how Brookhaven Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
101 FIREPLACE NECK RD, Brookhaven, NY 11719
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Brookhaven Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WILLIAM FLOYD LEARNING CENTER (rated 8.0/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Shirley), which scores notably higher. Another option is VERNE W CRITZ ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby East Patchogue), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BARTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.5/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Patchogue), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brookhaven, see our Brookhaven schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11719 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$96,638
Median Home Value
$564,600
Median Rent
$1,987/mo
Population
3,300
College Educated
37%
Homeownership
72.3%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
17.3%
Median Age
45.1
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| BENNETT PARK MONTESSORI SCHOOL Buffalo, NY | 4.0 |
| BIRCHWOOD INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Melville, NY | 4.0 |
| DONLIN DRIVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Liverpool, NY | 4.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Brookhaven Elementary School
What grades does Brookhaven Elementary School serve?
Brookhaven Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.
How many students attend Brookhaven Elementary School?
Brookhaven Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 521 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Brookhaven Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Brookhaven Elementary School is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Brookhaven Elementary School rank in NY?
Brookhaven Elementary School ranks #4,203 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Brookhaven Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Brookhaven Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Brookhaven Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Brookhaven Elementary School has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Brookhaven Elementary School a charter school?
No, Brookhaven Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Brookhaven Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Brookhaven Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Brookhaven Elementary School?
50.9% of students at Brookhaven 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 – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 521
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 49
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 50.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.1%
- Phone
- (631) 730-1700
Resources & Links
District
SOUTH COUNTRY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 3,936
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $32,919
- District Rank
- #5 of 6
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