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#3588 of 4,742 schools in NY
River Elementary School
Elementary School · PATCHOGUE-MEDFORD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
46 RIVER AVE, Patchogue, NY 11772
Enrollment
290
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
290
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,588 of 4,742
In Patchogue
#6 of 8
public schools
In district
#7 of 11
PATCHOGUE-MEDFORD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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River Elementary School
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About River Elementary School
River Elementary School is a public elementary school in Patchogue, NY, part of PATCHOGUE-MEDFORD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. River Elementary School serves approximately 290 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 8.3:1 student-teacher ratio. River Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,588 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for River Elementary School show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 4.7
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 8.3:1 students to teachers, River Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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River Elementary School — Students at River Elementary School score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
59.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 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: 4.3/10.
How River Elementary School Compares
See how River Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
46 RIVER AVE, Patchogue, NY 11772
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering River Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SYLVAN AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Bayport), which scores notably higher. Another option is BLUE POINT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Blue Point), which scores notably higher. Additionally, TAMARAC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Holbrook), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Patchogue, see our Patchogue schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HOLY ANGELS REGIONAL SCHOOL Patchogue | 0.5 mi | 5.3 |
| SOUTH OCEAN MIDDLE SCHOOL Patchogue | 0.6 mi | 4.9 |
| BAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Patchogue | 0.9 mi | 5.5 |
| BLUE POINT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Blue Point | 1.2 mi | 7.6 |
| MEDFORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Patchogue | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| CANAAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Patchogue | 1.6 mi | 3.6 |
| JAMES WILSON YOUNG MIDDLE SCHOOL Bayport | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| SYLVAN AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bayport | 1.5 mi | 8.7 |
| SAXTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Patchogue | 1.8 mi | 5.3 |
| EASTERN SUFFOLK BOCES Patchogue | 1.9 mi | 5.7 |
| BARTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Patchogue | 2.1 mi | 5.5 |
| BAYPORT-BLUE POINT HIGH SCHOOL Bayport | 2.2 mi | 9.0 |
| ACADEMY STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bayport | 2.5 mi | 6.3 |
| TREMONT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Medford | 3.1 mi | 3.6 |
| TAMARAC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Holbrook | 3.1 mi | 6.4 |
| SUNRISE DRIVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sayville | 2.7 mi | 4.1 |
| OREGON MIDDLE SCHOOL Medford | 3.3 mi | 5.9 |
| MERRIMAC SCHOOL Holbrook | 3.0 mi | 5.8 |
| PATCHOGUE-MEDFORD HIGH SCHOOL Medford | 3.7 mi | 7.6 |
| GRUNDY AVENUE SCHOOL Holbrook | 3.2 mi | 4.2 |
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
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CENTER STREET SCHOOL Horseheads, NY | 5.0 |
| COLONIAL VILLAGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Niagara Falls, NY | 5.0 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER New Hyde Park, NY | 5.0 |
| EAST HILL SCHOOL Canajoharie, NY | 5.0 |
| GENESEO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Geneseo, NY | 5.0 |
| GREATER PLAINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Oneonta, NY | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about River Elementary School
What grades does River Elementary School serve?
River Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend River Elementary School?
River Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 290 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at River Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at River Elementary School is 8.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does River Elementary School rank in NY?
River Elementary School ranks #3,588 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is River Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
River Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 River Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, River Elementary School has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is River Elementary School a charter school?
No, River Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is River Elementary School a Title I school?
No, River Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for River Elementary School?
59.3% of students at River 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
- 290
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 59.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 29.0%
- Phone
- (631) 687-8350
Resources & Links
District
PATCHOGUE-MEDFORD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 7,463
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,659
- District Rank
- #7 of 11
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