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Seneca Middle School

Middle School · SACHEM CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

850 MAIN ST, Holbrook, NY 11741

Enrollment

974

Student-Teacher

11.2:1

Score

5.9

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#2,780 of 4,742

In Holbrook

#2 of 5

public schools

In district

#7 of 15

SACHEM CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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Seneca Middle School

5.9/10

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

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About Seneca Middle School

Seneca Middle School is a public middle school in Holbrook, NY, part of SACHEM CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Seneca Middle School serves approximately 974 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Seneca Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,780 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Seneca Middle School show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

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

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.2Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.02 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.6Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency49.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency38.3% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+10.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-24.5 pts
Overall Proficiency44% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)60% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-15.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile39th
Resources & Environment9.2Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$29,505
Chronic Absenteeism17.8%

Seneca Middle School — Students at Seneca Middle School score 44% 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

27.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 63.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
33.6% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 52.0% (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
95%
ELA
84%
2010
Math
89%
ELA
65%
2011
Math
91%
ELA
69%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
43%
2013
Math
63%
ELA
36%
2014
Math
63%
ELA
25%
2015
Math
71%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
69%
ELA
29%
2017
Math
69%
ELA
46%
2018
Math
76%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
76%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
38.5%
ELA
61.3%
2022
Math
49.7%
ELA
38.3%

* 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: 4.2/10.

How Seneca Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.9/10
41th percentile in NY
Academic
5.6/10
Average
Growth
4.2/10
Below Average
Environment
9.2/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
27%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
87 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.8%

Location

850 MAIN ST, Holbrook, NY 11741

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Seneca Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. SAYVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Sayville), which scores notably higher. Another option is JAMES WILSON YOUNG MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Bayport), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SAGAMORE MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Holtsville), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Holbrook, see our Holbrook schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.6 mi
School Distance Rating
MERRIMAC SCHOOL Holbrook 1.0 mi 5.8
GRUNDY AVENUE SCHOOL Holbrook 1.2 mi 4.2
NOKOMIS SCHOOL Holbrook 1.4 mi 4.6
TAMARAC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Holbrook 1.2 mi 6.4
HIAWATHA SCHOOL Lake Ronkonkoma 1.6 mi 4.1
SAGAMORE MIDDLE SCHOOL Holtsville 1.8 mi 6.0
CHIPPEWA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Holtsville 2.1 mi 5.2
WAVERLY AVENUE SCHOOL Holtsville 2.0 mi 5.0
SAMOSET MIDDLE SCHOOL Lake Ronkonkoma 2.6 mi 5.8
HOLBROOK ROAD SCHOOL Centereach 2.9 mi 4.8
SUNRISE DRIVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sayville 3.1 mi 4.1
SACHEM HIGH SCHOOL NORTH Lake Ronkonkoma 2.8 mi 8.6
SAYVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Sayville 3.2 mi 8.1
CANAAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Patchogue 2.7 mi 3.6
LYNWOOD AVENUE SCHOOL Farmingville 3.0 mi 4.3
JOHN PEARL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bohemia 3.1 mi 5.2
JAMES WILSON YOUNG MIDDLE SCHOOL Bayport 3.4 mi 7.1
LINCOLN AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sayville 3.6 mi 5.2
CAYUGA SCHOOL Lake Grove 3.3 mi 5.9
SYLVAN AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bayport 3.6 mi 8.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11741 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$138,417

Median Home Value

$504,000

Median Rent

$2,434/mo

Population

26,356

College Educated

33.3%

Homeownership

77.5%

Avg Commute

32.6 min

Poverty Rate

4.9%

Median Age

40.6

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
BAY SHORE MIDDLE SCHOOL Bay Shore, NY 5.9
CHURCHVILLE-CHILI MIDDLE SCHOOL Churchville, NY 5.9
MONHAGEN MIDDLE SCHOOL Middletown, NY 5.9
PINE GROVE MIDDLE SCHOOL East Syracuse, NY 5.9
WASHINGTONVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Washingtonville, NY 5.9
A MACARTHUR BARR MIDDLE SCHOOL Nanuet, NY 6.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Seneca Middle School

What grades does Seneca Middle School serve?

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

How many students attend Seneca Middle School?

Seneca Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 974 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Seneca Middle School is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Seneca Middle School rank in NY?

Seneca Middle School ranks #2,780 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Seneca Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Seneca Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Seneca Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Seneca Middle School has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Seneca Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Seneca Middle School a Title I school?

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

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

27.2% of students at Seneca 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
64 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
47 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
974
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
87
Free/Reduced Lunch
27.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Suffolk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.8%

District

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

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