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#3233 of 4,742 schools in NY
Ralph Reed School
Middle School · CENTRAL ISLIP UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
200 HALF MILE RD, Central Islip, NY 11722
Enrollment
1,168
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
5.4
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
1,168
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
5.4
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,233 of 4,742
In Central Islip
#6 of 7
public schools
In district
#7 of 8
CENTRAL ISLIP UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
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Ralph Reed School
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About Ralph Reed School
Ralph Reed School is a public middle school in Central Islip, NY, part of CENTRAL ISLIP UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Ralph Reed School serves approximately 1,168 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Ralph Reed School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #3,233 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Ralph Reed School show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Ralph Reed 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.
38% of students at Ralph Reed 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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Ralph Reed School — Students at Ralph Reed School score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
67.4%
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: 6.8/10.
How Ralph Reed School Compares
See how Ralph Reed School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
200 HALF MILE RD, Central Islip, NY 11722
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ralph Reed School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. HAUPPAUGE MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Hauppauge), which scores notably higher. Additionally, EAST MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 4.7/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Brentwood), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Central Islip, see our Central Islip schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11722 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$110,365
Median Home Value
$407,100
Median Rent
$2,094/mo
Population
38,443
College Educated
18.4%
Homeownership
77%
Avg Commute
27.7 min
Poverty Rate
9.3%
Median Age
34.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ralph Reed School
What grades does Ralph Reed School serve?
Ralph Reed School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Ralph Reed School?
Ralph Reed School has an enrollment of approximately 1,168 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ralph Reed School?
The student-teacher ratio at Ralph Reed School is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ralph Reed School rank in NY?
Ralph Reed School ranks #3,233 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Ralph Reed School's MySchoolScout rating?
Ralph Reed School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Ralph Reed School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ralph Reed School has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Ralph Reed School a charter school?
No, Ralph Reed School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ralph Reed School a Title I school?
No, Ralph Reed School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ralph Reed School?
67.4% of students at Ralph Reed 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
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 1,168
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 87
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 67.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.9%
- Phone
- (631) 348-5066
Resources & Links
District
CENTRAL ISLIP UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 7,867
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $30,304
- District Rank
- #7 of 8
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