Very Good
#940 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 20% in state
Setauket Elementary School
Elementary School · THREE VILLAGE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
PO BOX 9050, East Setauket, NY 11733
Enrollment
604
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
604
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#940 of 4,742
In East Setauket
#6 of 8
public schools
In district
#6 of 8
THREE VILLAGE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Setauket Elementary School
Setauket Elementary School is a public elementary school in East Setauket, NY, part of THREE VILLAGE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Setauket Elementary School serves approximately 604 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Setauket Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #940 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Setauket Elementary School show 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 7.9
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Setauket Elementary School — Students at Setauket Elementary School score 64% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 66%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
8.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 36 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 7.1/10.
How Setauket Elementary School Compares
See how Setauket Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 9050, East Setauket, NY 11733
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Setauket Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NASSAKEAG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.2/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MINNESAUKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, HARBOR COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Saint James), with a very similar rating. For more schools in East Setauket, see our East Setauket schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11733 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$174,931
Median Home Value
$653,100
Median Rent
$2,386/mo
Population
17,403
College Educated
62.9%
Homeownership
84.8%
Avg Commute
29.9 min
Poverty Rate
4.6%
Median Age
44.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Setauket Elementary School
What grades does Setauket Elementary School serve?
Setauket Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Setauket Elementary School?
Setauket Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 604 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Setauket Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Setauket Elementary School is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Setauket Elementary School rank in NY?
Setauket Elementary School ranks #940 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Setauket Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Setauket Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Setauket Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Setauket Elementary School has 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Setauket Elementary School a charter school?
No, Setauket Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Setauket Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Setauket Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Setauket Elementary School?
8.9% of students at Setauket 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 604
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 47
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 8.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.9%
- Phone
- (631) 730-4600
Resources & Links
District
THREE VILLAGE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 5,686
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $36,894
- District Rank
- #6 of 8
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