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Southold Junior-senior High School
High School · SOUTHOLD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
PO BOX 470, Southold, NY 11971
Enrollment
361
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
5.9
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
361
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
5.9
Grades
7th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,786 of 4,742
In Southold
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
SOUTHOLD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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Southold Junior-senior High School
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About Southold Junior-senior High School
Southold Junior-senior High School is a public high school in Southold, NY, part of SOUTHOLD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Southold Junior-senior High School serves approximately 361 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio. Southold Junior-senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,786 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Southold Junior-senior High School show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
At 9:1 students to teachers, Southold Junior-senior High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Southold Junior-senior High School — Students at Southold Junior-senior High School score 45% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
42.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 32 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: 3.7/10.
How Southold Junior-senior High School Compares
See how Southold Junior-senior High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
PO BOX 470, Southold, NY 11971
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Southold Junior-senior High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. SOUTHAMPTON HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 12.1 miles away, in nearby Southampton), which scores notably higher. Another option is HAMPTON BAYS HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 13.5 miles away, in nearby Hampton Bays), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PIERSON MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 8.8 miles away, in nearby Sag Harbor), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Southold, see our Southold schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11971 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$124,097
Median Home Value
$762,700
Median Rent
$2,240/mo
Population
6,507
College Educated
52.8%
Homeownership
84.8%
Avg Commute
26.5 min
Poverty Rate
3.5%
Median Age
52.8
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| BRONX HIGH SCHOOL FOR MEDICAL SCIENCE Bronx, NY | 5.9 |
| BRONX LATIN SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 5.9 |
| DELAWARE ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL Delhi, NY | 5.9 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Southold Junior-senior High School
What grades does Southold Junior-senior High School serve?
Southold Junior-senior High School serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Southold Junior-senior High School?
Southold Junior-senior High School has an enrollment of approximately 361 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Southold Junior-senior High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Southold Junior-senior High School is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Southold Junior-senior High School rank in NY?
Southold Junior-senior High School ranks #2,786 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Southold Junior-senior High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Southold Junior-senior High 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 Southold Junior-senior High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Southold Junior-senior High School has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Southold Junior-senior High School a charter school?
No, Southold Junior-senior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Southold Junior-senior High School a Title I school?
No, Southold Junior-senior High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Southold Junior-senior High School?
42.4% of students at Southold Junior-senior High 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
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 361
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 42.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.2%
- Phone
- (631) 765-5081
- 4-Year Graduation
- 87.0%
Resources & Links
District
SOUTHOLD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 673
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $43,788
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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