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Oldfield Middle School

Middle School · HARBORFIELDS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

2 OLDFIELD RD, Greenlawn, NY 11740

Enrollment

629

Student-Teacher

10.8:1

Score

6.1

Grades

6th – 8th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Greenlawn

#3 of 3

public schools

New York middle schools

#342 of 785

In district

#4 of 4

HARBORFIELDS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

7.8 / 10

Very strong

About Oldfield Middle School

Oldfield Middle School serves 629 students in grades 6-8 in the affluent Greenlawn community of Suffolk County. With a student-teacher ratio of 10.8:1 and 58 full-time equivalent teachers, the school provides relatively small class sizes that allow for more individualized attention. The school earns a solid 7.3 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranks in the 82nd percentile statewide, placing it at #869 out of 4,758 New York middle schools.

Academically, Oldfield shows particular strength in English Language Arts, where 77% of students perform at proficient or above levels across all grades. Mathematics presents an area with room for growth, with 43% of students achieving proficiency. The school serves a well-educated and economically stable community, where 53% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher and the median household income reaches $144,911.

With a low poverty rate of just 5% in the surrounding area, families in this ZIP code of 11,010 residents generally have significant resources to support their children's education. Oldfield Middle School operates in a large suburban setting that offers families the benefits of a close-knit community while maintaining access to the broader resources and opportunities of the Long Island area.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.1Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change-4.94 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics7.1Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency56%
Reading/ELA Proficiency77%
Math vs. State Avg+16.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+14.2 pts
Overall Proficiency67%
Expected (poverty-adj.)70%
vs. Expected-3.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile58th
Resources & Environment7.8Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$29,265

Oldfield Middle School — Students at Oldfield Middle School score 66% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 70%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

17.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY NYSED (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 51.8%
School
State
33.6%
ELA Proficiency 75.4%
School
State
57.2%

Based on 10 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2019
Math
73%
ELA
70%
2021*
Math
46.5%
ELA
76.8%

* 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: 4.1/10.

How Oldfield Middle School Compares

See how Oldfield Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.1/10
42th percentile in NY
Academic
7.1/10
7.1/10
Growth
4.1/10
Below average
Environment
7.8/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
17%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
58 teachers

Location

2 OLDFIELD RD, Greenlawn, NY 11740

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Oldfield Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. WOODHULL INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Huntington), which scores slightly higher. Another option is JACK ABRAMS STEM MAGNET SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Huntington Station), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ELWOOD MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 5.8/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Elwood), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Greenlawn, see our Greenlawn schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.5 mi
School Distance Rating
WASHINGTON DRIVE PRIMARY SCHOOL Centerport 1.0 mi 7.1
WASHINGTON SCHOOL Huntington Station 1.4 mi 8.3
HARBORFIELDS HIGH SCHOOL Greenlawn 1.2 mi 7.3
J TAYLOR FINLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL Huntington 1.2 mi 5.2
FLOWER HILL SCHOOL Huntington 1.5 mi 8.1
THOMAS J LAHEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Greenlawn 1.4 mi 8.1
LOVE OF LEARNING MONTESSORI Centerport 1.9 mi 7.6
MAPLEWOOD INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Huntington Station 2.0 mi 7.3
WOODHULL INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Huntington 1.8 mi 6.9
JACK ABRAMS STEM MAGNET SCHOOL Huntington Station 2.1 mi 6.9
NORTHPORT SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Northport 2.2 mi 7.5
PULASKI ROAD SCHOOL East Northport 2.3 mi 8.1
SILAS WOOD 6TH GRADE CENTER Huntington Station 2.8 mi 5.2
ELWOOD MIDDLE SCHOOL Elwood 2.4 mi 5.8
JAMES H BOYD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Huntington 2.6 mi 8.5
HUNTINGTON HIGH SCHOOL Huntington 2.5 mi 8.3
ELWOOD/JOHN GLENN HIGH SCHOOL Elwood 2.6 mi 7.2
DAYTOP PREPARATORY SCHOOL Huntington Station 3.2 mi
ST PATRICK'S SCHOOL Huntington 2.6 mi 4.5
LONG ISLAND SCHOOL FOR THE GIFTED Huntington Station 3.5 mi 7.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11740 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$161,705

Median Home Value

$686,900

Population

10,699

College Educated

57%

Homeownership

80.6%

Avg Commute

37.8 min

Poverty Rate

5.8%

Median Age

42.8

Community Profile

The community surrounding Oldfield Middle School has a median household income of $161,705. It is a well-educated community where 57% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $686,900. The local poverty rate of 5.8% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 38 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
ACADEMY FOR PERSONAL LEADERSHIP AND EXCELLENCE Bronx, NY 6.1
CHITTENANGO MIDDLE SCHOOL Chittenango, NY 6.1
LONG BEACH MIDDLE SCHOOL Long Beach, NY 6.1
MERRICK AVENUE MIDDLE SCHOOL Merrick, NY 6.1
ROBERT CUSHMAN MURPHY JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL East Setauket, NY 6.1
SAYVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Sayville, NY 6.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Oldfield Middle School

What grades does Oldfield Middle School serve?

Oldfield Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Oldfield Middle School?

Oldfield Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 629 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Oldfield Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Oldfield Middle School is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Oldfield Middle School rank in NY?

Oldfield Middle School is ranked #2749 out of 4,739 schools in NY.

What is Oldfield Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Oldfield Middle School has a composite rating of 6.1 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Oldfield Middle School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Oldfield Middle School has 51.8% math proficiency and 75.4% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Oldfield Middle School a charter school?

No, Oldfield Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Oldfield Middle School a Title I school?

No, Oldfield Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Oldfield Middle School?

17.3% of students at Oldfield 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.

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Neighborhood Context

County Safety
Low (3/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
629
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
58
Free/Reduced Lunch
17.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Suffolk County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

HARBORFIELDS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
2,798
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$32,343
District Rank
#4 of 4

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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