Below Average
#3731 of 4,742 schools in NY
Longwood Middle School
Middle School · LONGWOOD CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
41 YAPHANK MIDDLE ISLAND RD, Middle Island, NY 11953
Enrollment
1,303
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
4.8
Grades
5th – 6th
Enrollment
1,303
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
4.8
Grades
5th – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,731 of 4,742
In Middle Island
#4 of 4
public schools
In district
#6 of 7
LONGWOOD CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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Longwood Middle School
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About Longwood Middle School
Longwood Middle School is a public middle school in Middle Island, NY, part of LONGWOOD CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Longwood Middle School serves approximately 1,303 students, and covers grades 5th-6th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Longwood Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,731 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Longwood Middle School show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 6.0
- NY avg 6.1
Score Breakdown
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Longwood Middle School — Students at Longwood Middle School score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
46.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 32 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: 4.2/10.
How Longwood Middle School Compares
See how Longwood Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
41 YAPHANK MIDDLE ISLAND RD, Middle Island, NY 11953
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Longwood Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. ALBERT G PRODELL MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Shoreham), which scores notably higher. Another option is LONGWOOD JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ROCKY POINT MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Rocky Point), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Middle Island, see our Middle Island schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LONGWOOD HIGH SCHOOL Middle Island | 1.1 mi | 7.7 |
| LONGWOOD JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Middle Island | 1.7 mi | 7.2 |
| C E WALTERS SCHOOL Yaphank | 2.3 mi | 5.4 |
| WEST MIDDLE ISLAND SCHOOL Middle Island | 2.3 mi | 5.3 |
| RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ridge | 2.9 mi | 6.0 |
| CORAM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Coram | 2.9 mi | 4.1 |
| FRANK J CARASITI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rocky Point | 4.2 mi | 7.5 |
| ROCKY POINT HIGH SCHOOL Rocky Point | 4.4 mi | 8.2 |
| ROCKY POINT MIDDLE SCHOOL Rocky Point | 4.4 mi | 6.7 |
| EAGLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Medford | 4.0 mi | 3.8 |
| JOSEPH A EDGAR IMTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Rocky Point | 4.9 mi | 5.1 |
| ALBERT G PRODELL MIDDLE SCHOOL Shoreham | 4.6 mi | 7.9 |
| MILLER PLACE HIGH SCHOOL Miller Place | 4.8 mi | 8.6 |
| SACHEM HIGH SCHOOL EAST Farmingville | 4.5 mi | 8.5 |
| NEW LANE MEMORIAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Selden | 4.3 mi | 2.4 |
| PATCHOGUE-MEDFORD HIGH SCHOOL Medford | 5.4 mi | 7.6 |
| MILLER AVENUE SCHOOL Shoreham | 5.7 mi | 4.3 |
| OREGON MIDDLE SCHOOL Medford | 5.7 mi | 5.9 |
| BICYCLE PATH KINDERGARTEN-PRE K CENTER Selden | 4.9 mi | 4.1 |
| SHOREHAM-WADING RIVER HIGH SCHOOL Shoreham | 5.8 mi | 8.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11953 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$92,049
Median Home Value
$358,400
Median Rent
$1,935/mo
Population
13,383
College Educated
32.3%
Homeownership
64.9%
Avg Commute
32.6 min
Poverty Rate
10.8%
Median Age
43.8
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| FIELDSTONE MIDDLE SCHOOL Thiells, NY | 4.8 |
| COPIAGUE MIDDLE SCHOOL Copiague, NY | 4.7 |
| EAST MIDDLE SCHOOL Brentwood, NY | 4.7 |
| M CLIFFORD MILLER MIDDLE SCHOOL Lake Katrine, NY | 4.7 |
| SOUTH MIDDLE SCHOOL Newburgh, NY | 4.7 |
| JOHN F KENNEDY MIDDLE SCHOOL Port Jefferson Station, NY | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Longwood Middle School
What grades does Longwood Middle School serve?
Longwood Middle School serves students in grades 5th through 6th.
How many students attend Longwood Middle School?
Longwood Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 1,303 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Longwood Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Longwood Middle School is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Longwood Middle School rank in NY?
Longwood Middle School ranks #3,731 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Longwood Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Longwood Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Longwood Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Longwood Middle School has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Longwood Middle School a charter school?
No, Longwood Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Longwood Middle School a Title I school?
No, Longwood Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Longwood Middle School?
46.7% of students at Longwood 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 1,303
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 89
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 46.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.3%
- Phone
- (631) 345-2736
Resources & Links
District
LONGWOOD CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 8,949
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $30,007
- District Rank
- #6 of 7
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