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#1300 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 27% in state

Ronkonkoma Middle School

Middle School · CONNETQUOT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

501 PECONIC ST, Ronkonkoma, NY 11779

Enrollment

679

Student-Teacher

9.3:1

Score

7.4

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#1,300 of 4,742

In Ronkonkoma

#2 of 4

public schools

In district

#6 of 10

CONNETQUOT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Ronkonkoma Middle School

7.4/10

Middle School in Ronkonkoma · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Ronkonkoma Middle School

Ronkonkoma Middle School is a public middle school in Ronkonkoma, NY, part of CONNETQUOT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Ronkonkoma Middle School serves approximately 679 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 9.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Ronkonkoma Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,300 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Ronkonkoma Middle School show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.4 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.5
  • NY avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 9.3:1 students to teachers, Ronkonkoma Middle School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.8Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.96 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics6.5Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency52.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency42.8% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+13 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-20 pts
Overall Proficiency48% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)55% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-7.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile50th
Resources & Environment9.5Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$37,015
Chronic Absenteeism14.1%

Ronkonkoma Middle School — Students at Ronkonkoma Middle School score 48% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

39.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 53.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
33.6% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 49.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.2% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
90%
ELA
81%
2010
Math
66%
ELA
56%
2011
Math
71%
ELA
61%
2012
Math
22%
ELA
31%
2013
Math
44%
ELA
27%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
32%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
32%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
74%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
72%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
72%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
29.8%
ELA
56.5%
2022
Math
52.6%
ELA
42.8%

* 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: 6.8/10.

How Ronkonkoma Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.4/10
73th percentile in NY
Academic
6.5/10
Average
Growth
6.8/10
Average
Environment
9.5/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
40%
Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
73 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.1%

Location

501 PECONIC ST, Ronkonkoma, NY 11779

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ronkonkoma Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. GREAT HOLLOW MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Nesconset), with a very similar rating. Another option is OAKDALE-BOHEMIA MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Oakdale), with a very similar rating. Additionally, SAMOSET MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 5.8/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Lake Ronkonkoma), a more accessible option. For more schools in Ronkonkoma, see our Ronkonkoma schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.7 mi
School Distance Rating
HELEN B DUFFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ronkonkoma 0.2 mi 7.6
EDITH L SLOCUM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ronkonkoma 0.6 mi 6.1
NYSARC INC-SUFFOLK CHAPTER Bohemia 1.1 mi 5.5
CONNETQUOT HIGH SCHOOL Bohemia 1.2 mi 8.7
CHEROKEE STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ronkonkoma 1.6 mi 4.1
CLEARY SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF Nesconset 2.3 mi 7.2
JOHN PEARL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bohemia 2.5 mi 5.2
TACKAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Nesconset 2.9 mi 8.0
ANDREW T MORROW SCHOOL Islandia 2.3 mi 6.1
SYCAMORE AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bohemia 3.0 mi 4.4
HIAWATHA SCHOOL Lake Ronkonkoma 2.5 mi 4.1
SAMOSET MIDDLE SCHOOL Lake Ronkonkoma 2.9 mi 5.8
CAYUGA SCHOOL Lake Grove 3.1 mi 5.9
SACHEM HIGH SCHOOL NORTH Lake Ronkonkoma 3.1 mi 8.6
WENONAH SCHOOL Lake Grove 3.5 mi 6.3
GREAT HOLLOW MIDDLE SCHOOL Nesconset 3.4 mi 7.6
OAKDALE-BOHEMIA MIDDLE SCHOOL Oakdale 3.7 mi 7.6
FRANCIS J O'NEILL SCHOOL Central Islip 2.9 mi 6.7
MARGUERITE L MULVEY SCHOOL Central Islip 2.9 mi 6.6
EDWARD J BOSTI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bohemia 3.7 mi 7.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11779 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$117,684

Median Home Value

$465,400

Median Rent

$2,103/mo

Population

38,273

College Educated

31.1%

Homeownership

75.7%

Avg Commute

31.9 min

Poverty Rate

5.7%

Median Age

39.5

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
ACADIA MIDDLE SCHOOL Clifton Park, NY 7.4
BETHLEHEM CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL Delmar, NY 7.4
CORNWALL MIDDLE SCHOOL Cornwall, NY 7.4
EAST NORTHPORT MIDDLE SCHOOL East Northport, NY 7.4
EASTCHESTER MIDDLE SCHOOL Eastchester, NY 7.4
DEWITT MIDDLE SCHOOL Ithaca, NY 7.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ronkonkoma Middle School

What grades does Ronkonkoma Middle School serve?

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

How many students attend Ronkonkoma Middle School?

Ronkonkoma Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 679 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Ronkonkoma Middle School is 9.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ronkonkoma Middle School rank in NY?

Ronkonkoma Middle School ranks #1,300 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Ronkonkoma Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Ronkonkoma Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Ronkonkoma Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ronkonkoma Middle School has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Ronkonkoma Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Ronkonkoma Middle School a Title I school?

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

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

39.9% of students at Ronkonkoma 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

Walk Score
26 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
679
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
73
Free/Reduced Lunch
39.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Suffolk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.1%

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