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Sag Harbor Elementary School

Elementary School · SAG HARBOR UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

68 HAMPTON ST, Sag Harbor, NY 11963

Enrollment

421

Student-Teacher

9:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#2,693 of 4,742

In Sag Harbor

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#2 of 2

SAG HARBOR UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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6.0/10

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About Sag Harbor Elementary School

Sag Harbor Elementary School is a public elementary school in Sag Harbor, NY, part of SAG HARBOR UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Sag Harbor Elementary School serves approximately 421 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio. Sag Harbor Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,693 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Sag Harbor Elementary School show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with NY schools
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

At 9:1 students to teachers, Sag Harbor 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.5Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.89 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.6Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency50.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency51.8% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-9.1 pts
Overall Proficiency51% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)60% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-9.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile51th
Resources & Environment8.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$44,343
Chronic Absenteeism25.9%

Sag Harbor Elementary School — Students at Sag Harbor Elementary School score 51% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

25.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 57.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 61.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.0% (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
97.5%
ELA
90%
2010
Math
79%
ELA
73%
2011
Math
83%
ELA
80%
2012
Math
44%
ELA
49%
2013
Math
51%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
32%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
39%
2017
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
72%
2021*
Math
45.8%
ELA
69.5%
2022
Math
50.5%
ELA
51.8%

* 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: 4.5/10.

How Sag Harbor Elementary School Compares

See how Sag Harbor Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.0/10
43th percentile in NY
Academic
6.6/10
Average
Growth
4.5/10
Below Average
Environment
8.7/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
25%
Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
47 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.9%

Location

68 HAMPTON ST, Sag Harbor, NY 11963

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sag Harbor Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. AMAGANSETT SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 8.0 miles away, in nearby Amagansett), which scores notably higher. Another option is THE HAYGROUND SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Bridgehampton), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, JOHN M MARSHALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby East Hampton), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Sag Harbor, see our Sag Harbor schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.0 mi
School Distance Rating
PIERSON MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL Sag Harbor 0.2 mi 7.5
HARBOR WALDORF SCHOOL Sag Harbor 1.0 mi
ROSS SCHOOL East Hampton 3.1 mi 9.0
BRIDGEHAMPTON SCHOOL Bridgehampton 4.0 mi 5.6
THE HAYGROUND SCHOOL Bridgehampton 4.0 mi 6.5
SAGAPONACK SCHOOL Sagaponack 4.7 mi
WAINSCOTT SCHOOL Wainscott 4.7 mi
SHELTER ISLAND SCHOOL Shelter Island 5.5 mi 5.4
EAST HAMPTON HIGH SCHOOL East Hampton 5.0 mi 8.4
JOHN M MARSHALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Hampton 5.5 mi 6.5
EAST HAMPTON MIDDLE SCHOOL East Hampton 5.7 mi 6.3
GREENPORT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Greenport 8.4 mi 4.4
GREENPORT HIGH SCHOOL Greenport 8.4 mi 4.0
SPRINGS SCHOOL East Hampton 7.1 mi 4.7
SOUTHAMPTON HIGH SCHOOL Southampton 8.6 mi 8.4
SOUTHAMPTON INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Southampton 8.6 mi 4.5
OUR LADY OF THE HAMPTONS REGIONAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Southampton 8.9 mi 6.3
SOUTHAMPTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Southampton 9.1 mi 4.7
OYSTERPONDS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Orient 10.2 mi 5.9
AMAGANSETT SCHOOL Amagansett 8.0 mi 7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11963 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$126,513

Median Home Value

$1,116,600

Median Rent

$3,189/mo

Population

8,114

College Educated

54.5%

Homeownership

83%

Avg Commute

23 min

Poverty Rate

3.4%

Median Age

51

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BOLIVAR-RICHBURG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Richburg, NY 6.0
BREWERTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Central Square, NY 6.0
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sag Harbor Elementary School

What grades does Sag Harbor Elementary School serve?

Sag Harbor Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Sag Harbor Elementary School?

Sag Harbor Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 421 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sag Harbor Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Sag Harbor Elementary School is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Sag Harbor Elementary School rank in NY?

Sag Harbor Elementary School ranks #2,693 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Sag Harbor Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Sag Harbor Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Sag Harbor Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Sag Harbor Elementary School has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Sag Harbor Elementary School a charter school?

No, Sag Harbor Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Sag Harbor Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Sag Harbor Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sag Harbor Elementary School?

25.4% of students at Sag Harbor 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
66 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
58 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
421
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
Teachers (FTE)
47
Free/Reduced Lunch
25.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Suffolk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.9%

District

SAG HARBOR UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
948
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$44,343
District Rank
#2 of 2

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