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Southampton Elementary School

Elementary School · SOUTHAMPTON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

30 PINE ST, Southampton, NY 11968

Enrollment

385

Student-Teacher

8.6:1

Score

4.7

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#3,806 of 4,742

In Southampton

#3 of 4

public schools

In district

#2 of 3

SOUTHAMPTON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

8.3 / 10

Excellent

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Southampton Elementary School

4.7/10

Elementary School in Southampton · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Our Lady of the Hamptons Regional Catholic School

6.3/10

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4.5/10

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About Southampton Elementary School

Southampton Elementary School is a public elementary school in Southampton, NY, part of SOUTHAMPTON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Southampton Elementary School serves approximately 385 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 8.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Southampton Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #3,806 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Southampton Elementary School show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.2 pts below NY schools
  • This school 4.7 · Below Average
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

At 8.6:1 students to teachers, Southampton 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 Progress3.5Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.32 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.2Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency24.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency39.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-29 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-21.7 pts
Overall Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)53% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-20.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile23th
Resources & Environment8.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio8.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$51,555
Chronic Absenteeism29.9%

Southampton Elementary School — Students at Southampton Elementary School score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

47.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 40.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
50.7% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 44.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
61.6% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 32 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
92%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
62%
ELA
52%
2011
Math
65%
ELA
60%
2012
Math
25%
ELA
35%
2013
Math
35%
ELA
29%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2015
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
42.7%
ELA
58%
2022
Math
24.5%
ELA
39.2%

* 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: 3.5/10.

How Southampton Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
4.7/10
20th percentile in NY
Academic
4.2/10
Below Average
Growth
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.3/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
48%
Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
45 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.9%

Location

30 PINE ST, Southampton, NY 11968

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Southampton Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MATTITUCK-CUTCHOGUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 10.6 miles away, in nearby Cutchogue), which scores notably higher. Another option is THE HAYGROUND SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Bridgehampton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, OUR LADY OF THE HAMPTONS REGIONAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Southampton, see our Southampton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.5 mi
School Distance Rating
OUR LADY OF THE HAMPTONS REGIONAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Southampton 0.5 mi 6.3
SOUTHAMPTON INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Southampton 0.5 mi 4.5
SOUTHAMPTON HIGH SCHOOL Southampton 0.6 mi 8.4
TUCKAHOE SCHOOL Southampton 1.7 mi 5.2
SOUTHAMPTON MONTESSORI SCHOOL Southampton 2.4 mi
THE HAYGROUND SCHOOL Bridgehampton 5.3 mi 6.5
BRIDGEHAMPTON SCHOOL Bridgehampton 6.0 mi 5.6
SAGAPONACK SCHOOL Sagaponack 6.3 mi
HAMPTON BAYS HIGH SCHOOL Hampton Bays 6.4 mi 8.3
HARBOR WALDORF SCHOOL Sag Harbor 8.1 mi
HAMPTON BAYS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hampton Bays 7.0 mi 5.3
HAMPTON BAYS MIDDLE SCHOOL Hampton Bays 7.1 mi 4.4
NEW SUFFOLK SCHOOL New Suffolk 8.6 mi
WAINSCOTT SCHOOL Wainscott 7.8 mi
PIERSON MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL Sag Harbor 9.0 mi 7.5
SAG HARBOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sag Harbor 9.1 mi 6.0
MATTITUCK-CUTCHOGUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cutchogue 10.6 mi 7.5
ROSS SCHOOL East Hampton 9.5 mi 9.0
SOUTHOLD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Southold 12.1 mi 4.4
MATTITUCK JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Mattituck 10.5 mi 7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11968 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$146,138

Median Home Value

$1,171,100

Median Rent

$2,068/mo

Population

14,263

College Educated

60.5%

Homeownership

85.8%

Avg Commute

27.6 min

Poverty Rate

5.2%

Median Age

51.9

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CHARLES E RILEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Oswego, NY 4.7
D B BUNCE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pavilion, NY 4.7
FRED W HILL SCHOOL Brockport, NY 4.7
JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New Rochelle, NY 4.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Southampton Elementary School

What grades does Southampton Elementary School serve?

Southampton Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Southampton Elementary School?

Southampton Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 385 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Southampton Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Southampton Elementary School is 8.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Southampton Elementary School rank in NY?

Southampton Elementary School ranks #3,806 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Southampton Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Southampton Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Southampton Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Southampton Elementary School has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Southampton Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Southampton Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

47.5% of students at Southampton 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
71 Very Walkable
Bike Score
49 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
385
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
45
Free/Reduced Lunch
47.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Suffolk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.9%

District

SOUTHAMPTON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
1,326
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$51,555
District Rank
#2 of 3

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