Dawnwood Middle School

Dawnwood Middle School serves 1,020 students in grades 6 through 8 in Centereach, providing education in Suffolk County's well-established suburban community. With 74 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 13.8:1, allowing for reasonable class sizes that can support individualized attention. Academically, the school has room for growth, with 45% of students achieving proficiency or above in English Language Arts and 30% reaching proficiency in mathematics.

While these scores place Dawnwood in the 18th percentile among New York's middle schools, the dedicated teaching staff continues to focus on student development and academic improvement. The school draws families from a financially stable community where the median household income reaches $123,603 and the poverty rate remains low at 5.4%. About 35% of area residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, reflecting a community that values education.

The neighborhood's median home value of $438,500 indicates a well-established residential area. Located on 43rd Street in Centereach, Dawnwood Middle School sits in the heart of Long Island's large suburban landscape, serving families in a community known for its residential character and proximity to both urban amenities and natural spaces.