Below Average
#3991 of 4,742 schools in NY
Hampton Bays Middle School
Middle School · HAMPTON BAYS UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
70 PONQUOGUE AVE, Hampton Bays, NY 11946
Enrollment
578
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
4.4
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
578
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
4.4
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,991 of 4,742
In Hampton Bays
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#3 of 3
HAMPTON BAYS UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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Hampton Bays Middle School
Middle School in Hampton Bays · grades 5th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Hampton Bays Middle School
Hampton Bays Middle School is a public middle school in Hampton Bays, NY, part of HAMPTON BAYS UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Hampton Bays Middle School serves approximately 578 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. Hampton Bays Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #3,991 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Hampton Bays Middle School show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- NY avg 6.1
Score Breakdown
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Hampton Bays Middle School — Students at Hampton Bays Middle School score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
68.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 36 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: 1.9/10.
How Hampton Bays Middle School Compares
See how Hampton Bays Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
70 PONQUOGUE AVE, Hampton Bays, NY 11946
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hampton Bays Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. WESTHAMPTON MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 7.7 miles away, in nearby Westhampton Beach), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SOUTHAMPTON INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL (rated 4.5/10, 7.6 miles away, in nearby Southampton), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Hampton Bays, see our Hampton Bays schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11946 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$128,844
Median Home Value
$691,300
Median Rent
$2,288/mo
Population
17,303
College Educated
42.7%
Homeownership
78.2%
Avg Commute
34.3 min
Poverty Rate
8.7%
Median Age
43.5
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|---|---|
| CASE MIDDLE SCHOOL Watertown, NY | 4.4 |
| GENEVA MIDDLE SCHOOL Geneva, NY | 4.4 |
| HAROLD T WILEY SCHOOL Watertown, NY | 4.4 |
| SENECA INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Salamanca, NY | 4.4 |
| ANDRIES HUDDE Brooklyn, NY | 4.5 |
| CLARKE MIDDLE SCHOOL Adams, NY | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hampton Bays Middle School
What grades does Hampton Bays Middle School serve?
Hampton Bays Middle School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend Hampton Bays Middle School?
Hampton Bays Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 578 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hampton Bays Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Hampton Bays Middle School is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hampton Bays Middle School rank in NY?
Hampton Bays Middle School ranks #3,991 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Hampton Bays Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Hampton Bays Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 Hampton Bays Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hampton Bays Middle School has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Hampton Bays Middle School a charter school?
No, Hampton Bays Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hampton Bays Middle School a Title I school?
No, Hampton Bays Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hampton Bays Middle School?
68.2% of students at Hampton Bays Middle 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
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 578
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 58
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 68.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.1%
- Phone
- (631) 723-4700
Resources & Links
District
HAMPTON BAYS UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 2,018
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,798
- District Rank
- #3 of 3
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