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Frank P Long Intermediate School

Elementary School · SOUTH COUNTRY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

599 BROOKHAVEN AVE, Bellport, NY 11713

Enrollment

533

Student-Teacher

10.9:1

Score

3.3

Grades

4th – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#4,549 of 4,742

In Bellport

#3 of 3

public schools

In district

#6 of 6

SOUTH COUNTRY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

7.7 / 10

Very Good

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Frank P Long Intermediate School

3.3/10

Elementary School in Bellport · grades 4th – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Frank P Long Intermediate School

Frank P Long Intermediate School is a public elementary school in Bellport, NY, part of SOUTH COUNTRY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Frank P Long Intermediate School serves approximately 533 students, and covers grades 4th-5th, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Frank P Long Intermediate School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10 and ranks #4,549 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Frank P Long Intermediate School show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.4 pts below district
  • This school 3.3 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.7
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

35% of students at Frank P Long Intermediate 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.0Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.24 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics2.6Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency23.3% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency19.8% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-24.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-42.5 pts
Overall Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-27.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile9th
Resources & Environment7.7Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$32,919
Chronic Absenteeism34.7%

Frank P Long Intermediate School — Students at Frank P Long Intermediate School score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

57.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 32.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
45.3% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 37.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
55.0% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 32 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
83%
ELA
73%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
54%
2011
Math
66%
ELA
57%
2012
Math
24%
ELA
29%
2013
Math
31%
ELA
30%
2014
Math
41%
ELA
28%
2015
Math
31%
ELA
22%
2016
Math
26%
ELA
20%
2017
Math
31%
ELA
24%
2018
Math
31%
ELA
30%
2019
Math
31%
ELA
30%
2020*
Math
10%
ELA
49.5%
2021*
Math
9%
ELA
46.8%
2022
Math
23.3%
ELA
19.8%

* 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: 2.0/10.

How Frank P Long Intermediate School Compares

See how Frank P Long Intermediate School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.3/10
4th percentile in NY
Academic
2.6/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
2.0/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.7/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
58%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
49 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
34.7%

Location

599 BROOKHAVEN AVE, Bellport, NY 11713

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Frank P Long Intermediate School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WILLIAM FLOYD LEARNING CENTER (rated 8.0/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Shirley), which scores notably higher. Another option is VERNE W CRITZ ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby East Patchogue), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MEDFORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.6/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Patchogue), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bellport, see our Bellport schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.3 mi
School Distance Rating
BELLPORT SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Brookhaven 1.0 mi 7.5
KREAMER STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bellport 1.4 mi 5.2
BELLPORT MIDDLE SCHOOL Bellport 1.4 mi 5.4
VICTORY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY East Patchogue 1.3 mi 6.9
BROOKHAVEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brookhaven 1.4 mi 4.0
VERNE W CRITZ ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Patchogue 1.7 mi 6.3
PATCHOGUE-MEDFORD HIGH SCHOOL Medford 3.2 mi 7.6
EASTERN SUFFOLK BOCES Patchogue 3.0 mi 5.7
BARTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Patchogue 3.2 mi 5.5
OREGON MIDDLE SCHOOL Medford 3.5 mi 5.9
C E WALTERS SCHOOL Yaphank 4.4 mi 5.4
SAXTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Patchogue 3.4 mi 5.3
TREMONT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Medford 3.7 mi 3.6
MEDFORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Patchogue 3.6 mi 5.6
BAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Patchogue 3.7 mi 5.5
EAGLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Medford 4.5 mi 3.8
SOUTH OCEAN MIDDLE SCHOOL Patchogue 4.0 mi 4.9
HOLY ANGELS REGIONAL SCHOOL Patchogue 4.1 mi 5.3
WILLIAM FLOYD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Shirley 4.3 mi 4.7
WILLIAM FLOYD LEARNING CENTER Shirley 4.3 mi 8.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11713 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$111,786

Median Home Value

$474,500

Median Rent

$3,021/mo

Population

9,236

College Educated

36.8%

Homeownership

67.6%

Avg Commute

28 min

Poverty Rate

8.4%

Median Age

36.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Frank P Long Intermediate School

What grades does Frank P Long Intermediate School serve?

Frank P Long Intermediate School serves students in grades 4th through 5th.

How many students attend Frank P Long Intermediate School?

Frank P Long Intermediate School has an enrollment of approximately 533 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Frank P Long Intermediate School?

The student-teacher ratio at Frank P Long Intermediate 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 Frank P Long Intermediate School rank in NY?

Frank P Long Intermediate School ranks #4,549 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Frank P Long Intermediate School's MySchoolScout rating?

Frank P Long Intermediate School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 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 Frank P Long Intermediate School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Frank P Long Intermediate School has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Frank P Long Intermediate School a charter school?

No, Frank P Long Intermediate School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Frank P Long Intermediate School a Title I school?

No, Frank P Long Intermediate School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Frank P Long Intermediate School?

57.6% of students at Frank P Long Intermediate 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
19 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
4th – 5th
Enrollment
533
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
49
Free/Reduced Lunch
57.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Suffolk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
34.7%

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