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#3063 of 4,742 schools in NY
Medford Elementary School
Elementary School · PATCHOGUE-MEDFORD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
281 MEDFORD AVE, Patchogue, NY 11772
Enrollment
438
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
438
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,063 of 4,742
In Patchogue
#2 of 8
public schools
In district
#3 of 11
PATCHOGUE-MEDFORD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Medford Elementary School
Medford Elementary School is a public elementary school in Patchogue, NY, part of PATCHOGUE-MEDFORD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Medford Elementary School serves approximately 438 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Medford Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #3,063 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Medford Elementary School show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 4.7
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Medford Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Medford Elementary School — Students at Medford Elementary School score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
48.2%
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: 6.3/10.
How Medford Elementary School Compares
See how Medford Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
281 MEDFORD AVE, Patchogue, NY 11772
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Medford Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SYLVAN AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Bayport), which scores notably higher. Another option is BLUE POINT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Blue Point), which scores notably higher. Additionally, TAMARAC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Holbrook), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Patchogue, see our Patchogue schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SAXTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Patchogue | 0.6 mi | 5.3 |
| EASTERN SUFFOLK BOCES Patchogue | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| BARTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Patchogue | 0.9 mi | 5.5 |
| BAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Patchogue | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| SOUTH OCEAN MIDDLE SCHOOL Patchogue | 1.1 mi | 4.9 |
| HOLY ANGELS REGIONAL SCHOOL Patchogue | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| CANAAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Patchogue | 1.2 mi | 3.6 |
| RIVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Patchogue | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
| TREMONT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Medford | 1.9 mi | 3.6 |
| OREGON MIDDLE SCHOOL Medford | 2.2 mi | 5.9 |
| PATCHOGUE-MEDFORD HIGH SCHOOL Medford | 2.4 mi | 7.6 |
| BLUE POINT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Blue Point | 2.4 mi | 7.6 |
| VICTORY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY East Patchogue | 2.4 mi | 6.9 |
| JAMES WILSON YOUNG MIDDLE SCHOOL Bayport | 2.6 mi | 7.1 |
| VERNE W CRITZ ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Patchogue | 2.5 mi | 6.3 |
| SYLVAN AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bayport | 2.7 mi | 8.7 |
| TAMARAC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Holbrook | 2.9 mi | 6.4 |
| BAYPORT-BLUE POINT HIGH SCHOOL Bayport | 3.4 mi | 9.0 |
| EAGLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Medford | 4.1 mi | 3.8 |
| WAVERLY AVENUE SCHOOL Holtsville | 3.8 mi | 5.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11772 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$105,246
Median Home Value
$450,600
Median Rent
$2,015/mo
Population
45,006
College Educated
32.7%
Homeownership
70.3%
Avg Commute
32.6 min
Poverty Rate
6.5%
Median Age
40.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALICE E GRADY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elmsford, NY | 5.6 |
| BEMUS POINT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bemus Point, NY | 5.6 |
| BEREA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Montgomery, NY | 5.6 |
| BNEI YAKOV YOSEF OF MONSEY Spring Valley, NY | 5.6 |
| C R WEEKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Windsor, NY | 5.6 |
| CENTENNIAL AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Roosevelt, NY | 5.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Medford Elementary School
What grades does Medford Elementary School serve?
Medford Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Medford Elementary School?
Medford Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 438 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Medford Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Medford Elementary School is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Medford Elementary School rank in NY?
Medford Elementary School ranks #3,063 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Medford Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Medford Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Medford Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Medford Elementary School has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Medford Elementary School a charter school?
No, Medford Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Medford Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Medford Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Medford Elementary School?
48.2% of students at Medford 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 438
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 48.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.6%
- Phone
- (631) 687-8300
Resources & Links
District
PATCHOGUE-MEDFORD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 7,463
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,659
- District Rank
- #3 of 11
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