Average
#2244 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 47% in state
Montauk School
Elementary School · MONTAUK UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
50 S DORSET DR, Montauk, NY 11954
Enrollment
297
Student-Teacher
7.4:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
297
Student-Teacher
7.4:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,244 of 4,742
School environment
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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About Montauk School
Montauk School is a public elementary school in Montauk, NY, part of MONTAUK UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Montauk School serves approximately 297 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 7.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Montauk School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,244 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Montauk School show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 7.4:1 students to teachers, Montauk School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
37% of students at Montauk 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
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Montauk School — Students at Montauk School score 60% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 40 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: 5.6/10.
How Montauk School Compares
See how Montauk School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
50 S DORSET DR, Montauk, NY 11954
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Montauk School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Deans Mill School (rated 9.5/10, 22.6 miles away, in nearby Stonington), which scores notably higher. Another option is Great Neck Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 21.2 miles away, in nearby Waterford), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Catherine Kolnaski Magnet School (rated 8.2/10, 22.2 miles away, in nearby Groton), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Montauk, see our Montauk schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 22.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| AMAGANSETT SCHOOL Amagansett | 10.3 mi | 7.3 |
| SPRINGS SCHOOL East Hampton | 10.4 mi | 4.7 |
| FISHERS ISLAND SCHOOL Fishers Island | 15.6 mi | 7.8 |
| EAST HAMPTON MIDDLE SCHOOL East Hampton | 13.0 mi | 6.3 |
| JOHN M MARSHALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Hampton | 13.5 mi | 6.5 |
| EAST HAMPTON HIGH SCHOOL East Hampton | 13.4 mi | 8.4 |
| ROSS SCHOOL East Hampton | 15.5 mi | 9.0 |
| Robert E. Fitch High School Groton | 21.2 mi | 7.6 |
| WAINSCOTT SCHOOL Wainscott | 16.8 mi | — |
| Ella T. Grasso Technical High School Groton | 21.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Groton Middle School Groton | 21.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Mystic River Magnet School Mystic | 21.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Nathan Hale Arts Magnet School New London | 21.0 mi | 4.5 |
| Stonington Middle School Mystic | 22.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Marine Science Magnet High School Groton | 21.7 mi | 8.5 |
| Thames River Magnet School Groton | 21.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Deans Mill School Stonington | 22.6 mi | 9.5 |
| Great Neck Elementary School Waterford | 21.2 mi | 9.0 |
| Catherine Kolnaski Magnet School Groton | 22.2 mi | 8.2 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Groton | 22.4 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11954 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$129,375
Median Home Value
$1,186,400
Median Rent
$2,061/mo
Population
4,073
College Educated
48.9%
Homeownership
80.7%
Poverty Rate
5.9%
Median Age
51.2
Similar Schools
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|---|---|
| BOLD CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 6.4 |
| CHERRY AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Sayville, NY | 6.4 |
| CLAYTON AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Vestal, NY | 6.4 |
| COMO PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lancaster, NY | 6.4 |
| DELEVAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Delevan, NY | 6.4 |
| DONALD P SUTHERLAND SCHOOL Nassau, NY | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Montauk School
What grades does Montauk School serve?
Montauk School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Montauk School?
Montauk School has an enrollment of approximately 297 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Montauk School?
The student-teacher ratio at Montauk School is 7.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Montauk School rank in NY?
Montauk School ranks #2,244 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Montauk School's MySchoolScout rating?
Montauk School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Montauk School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Montauk School has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Montauk School a charter school?
No, Montauk School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Montauk School a Title I school?
No, Montauk School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 297
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.4%
- Phone
- (631) 668-2474
Resources & Links
District
MONTAUK UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 298
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $52,155
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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