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Sagamore Middle School

Middle School · SACHEM CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

57 DIVISION ST, Holtsville, NY 11742

Enrollment

898

Student-Teacher

10:1

Score

6.0

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#2,692 of 4,742

In Holtsville

#1 of 3

public schools

In district

#5 of 15

SACHEM CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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Sagamore Middle School

6.0/10

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

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About Sagamore Middle School

Sagamore Middle School is a public middle school in Holtsville, NY, part of SACHEM CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Sagamore Middle School serves approximately 898 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. Sagamore Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,692 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Sagamore Middle School show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • District avg 5.9
  • NY avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.0Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.13 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.4Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency52.8% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency43.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+13.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-19.3 pts
Overall Proficiency48% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)57% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-8.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile49th
Resources & Environment8.7Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10:1
Per-Pupil Spending$29,505
Chronic Absenteeism25.1%

Sagamore Middle School — Students at Sagamore Middle School score 48% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

34.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 56.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
33.6% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 50.7% (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
97%
ELA
84%
2010
Math
83%
ELA
65%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
68%
2012
Math
38%
ELA
43%
2013
Math
51%
ELA
40%
2014
Math
54%
ELA
30%
2015
Math
61%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
70%
ELA
44%
2017
Math
66%
ELA
41%
2018
Math
68%
ELA
40%
2019
Math
68%
ELA
40%
2020*
Math
44%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
29.3%
ELA
56%
2022
Math
52.8%
ELA
43.5%

* 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: 4.0/10.

How Sagamore Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.0/10
43th percentile in NY
Academic
6.4/10
Average
Growth
4.0/10
Below Average
Environment
8.7/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
35%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
90 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.1%

Location

57 DIVISION ST, Holtsville, NY 11742

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sagamore Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. SENECA MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Holbrook), with a very similar rating. Another option is SAMOSET MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 5.8/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Lake Ronkonkoma), with a very similar rating. Additionally, SELDEN MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 5.5/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Centereach), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Holtsville, see our Holtsville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.5 mi
School Distance Rating
CHIPPEWA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Holtsville 0.3 mi 5.2
WAVERLY AVENUE SCHOOL Holtsville 0.6 mi 5.0
NOKOMIS SCHOOL Holbrook 1.2 mi 4.6
TAMARAC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Holbrook 1.7 mi 6.4
LYNWOOD AVENUE SCHOOL Farmingville 1.4 mi 4.3
SENECA MIDDLE SCHOOL Holbrook 1.8 mi 5.9
HOLBROOK ROAD SCHOOL Centereach 1.9 mi 4.8
HIAWATHA SCHOOL Lake Ronkonkoma 2.0 mi 4.1
JERICHO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Centereach 2.5 mi 4.9
MERRIMAC SCHOOL Holbrook 2.7 mi 5.8
GRUNDY AVENUE SCHOOL Holbrook 3.0 mi 4.2
SAMOSET MIDDLE SCHOOL Lake Ronkonkoma 2.4 mi 5.8
NEWFIELD HIGH SCHOOL Selden 3.1 mi 7.9
OUR SAVIOR NEW AMERICAN SCHOOL Centereach 2.9 mi 8.1
SACHEM HIGH SCHOOL NORTH Lake Ronkonkoma 2.5 mi 8.6
UNITY DRIVE KINDERGARTEN-PRE K CENTER Centereach 3.0 mi 4.0
SACHEM HIGH SCHOOL EAST Farmingville 2.6 mi 8.5
BICYCLE PATH KINDERGARTEN-PRE K CENTER Selden 3.2 mi 4.1
SELDEN MIDDLE SCHOOL Centereach 3.4 mi 5.5
NORTH COLEMAN ROAD SCHOOL Centereach 3.5 mi 5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11742 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$126,563

Median Home Value

$475,600

Median Rent

$2,224/mo

Population

13,194

College Educated

35.3%

Homeownership

81.5%

Avg Commute

29.6 min

Poverty Rate

4.5%

Median Age

40

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sagamore Middle School

What grades does Sagamore Middle School serve?

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

How many students attend Sagamore Middle School?

Sagamore Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 898 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Sagamore Middle School is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Sagamore Middle School rank in NY?

Sagamore Middle School ranks #2,692 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Sagamore Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Sagamore Middle 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 Sagamore Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Sagamore Middle School has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Sagamore Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Sagamore Middle School a Title I school?

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

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

34.6% of students at Sagamore 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
19 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
898
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
Teachers (FTE)
90
Free/Reduced Lunch
34.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Suffolk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.1%

District

SACHEM CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
11,729
Schools in District
15
Per-Pupil Spending
$29,505
District Rank
#5 of 15

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