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#1245 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 26% in state

Seaford Middle School

Middle School · SEAFORD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

3940 SUNSET AVE, Seaford, NY 11783

Enrollment

487

Student-Teacher

8.4:1

Score

7.5

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#1,245 of 4,742

In Seaford

#5 of 5

public schools

In district

#4 of 4

SEAFORD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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7.5/10

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About Seaford Middle School

Seaford Middle School is a public middle school in Seaford, NY, part of SEAFORD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Seaford Middle School serves approximately 487 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 8.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Seaford Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,245 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Seaford Middle School show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.4 pts above NY schools
  • This school 7.5 · Very Good
  • NY avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 8.4:1 students to teachers, Seaford 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 Progress6.1Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.27 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.8Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency61.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency66.1% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+21.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+3.3 pts
Overall Proficiency64% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)64% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+0.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile66th
Resources & Environment9.5Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio8.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$32,645
Chronic Absenteeism14.2%

Seaford Middle School — Students at Seaford Middle School score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

15.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 61.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
33.6% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 63.8% (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
95%
ELA
88%
2010
Math
85%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
86%
ELA
75%
2012
Math
37%
ELA
49%
2013
Math
56%
ELA
48%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
72%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
70%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
70%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
72%
2021*
Math
43.3%
ELA
69.3%
2022
Math
61.5%
ELA
66.1%

* 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: 6.1/10.

How Seaford Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.5/10
74th percentile in NY
Academic
7.8/10
Very Good
Growth
6.1/10
Average
Environment
9.5/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
15%
Teaching Staff
8:1 student-teacher ratio
58 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.2%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

3940 SUNSET AVE, Seaford, NY 11783

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Seaford Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. JONAS E SALK MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Levittown), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, WANTAGH MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Wantagh), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Seaford, see our Seaford schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
SEAFORD MANOR SCHOOL Seaford 0.1 mi 9.0
SEAFORD SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Seaford 0.3 mi 9.2
MARIA REGINA SCHOOL Seaford 0.6 mi 6.0
CHARLES E SCHWARTING SCHOOL Massapequa 0.8 mi 6.2
MONTESSORI CHILDRENS SCHOOL North Massapequa 0.9 mi
WANTAGH SCHOOL Wantagh 1.0 mi 6.3
PLAINEDGE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Massapequa 1.2 mi 8.6
EAST BROADWAY SCHOOL Seaford 1.5 mi 7.7
FAIRFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Massapequa 1.4 mi 6.5
LOCKHART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Massapequa 1.2 mi 7.0
WANTAGH MIDDLE SCHOOL Wantagh 1.3 mi 6.8
MHS AMES CAMPUS Massapequa 1.3 mi 5.0
GEN DOUGLAS MACARTHUR SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Levittown 1.6 mi 8.8
WANTAGH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Wantagh 1.4 mi 9.0
JONAS E SALK MIDDLE SCHOOL Levittown 1.6 mi 8.4
FOREST LAKE SCHOOL Wantagh 1.5 mi 7.7
EASTPLAIN SCHOOL N. Massapequa 2.0 mi 5.8
SEAFORD HARBOR SCHOOL Seaford 2.0 mi 7.7
JOHN H WEST SCHOOL Bethpage 2.3 mi 6.1
ST ROSE OF LIMA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Massapequa 2.0 mi 6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11783 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$164,128

Median Home Value

$626,700

Median Rent

$2,806/mo

Population

21,588

College Educated

45.8%

Homeownership

93.3%

Avg Commute

37.6 min

Poverty Rate

2.9%

Median Age

41.4

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DEWITT MIDDLE SCHOOL Ithaca, NY 7.5
EAST MORICHES SCHOOL East Moriches, NY 7.5
JHS 50 JOHN D WELLS Brooklyn, NY 7.5
MS 101 EDWARD R BYRNE Bronx, NY 7.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Seaford Middle School

What grades does Seaford Middle School serve?

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

How many students attend Seaford Middle School?

Seaford Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 487 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Seaford Middle School is 8.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Seaford Middle School rank in NY?

Seaford Middle School ranks #1,245 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Seaford Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Seaford Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Seaford Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Seaford Middle School has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Seaford Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Seaford Middle School a Title I school?

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

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

15.4% of students at Seaford 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
44 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
487
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
58
Free/Reduced Lunch
15.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Nassau County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.2%

District

SEAFORD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
2,184
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$32,645
District Rank
#4 of 4

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