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#2867 of 4,742 schools in NY
Stagecoach School
Elementary School · MIDDLE COUNTRY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
205 DARE RD, Selden, NY 11784
Enrollment
362
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
362
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,867 of 4,742
In Selden
#2 of 5
public schools
In district
#3 of 14
MIDDLE COUNTRY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
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Stagecoach School
Elementary School in Selden · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Stagecoach School
Stagecoach School is a public elementary school in Selden, NY, part of MIDDLE COUNTRY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Stagecoach School serves approximately 362 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Stagecoach School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,867 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Stagecoach School show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 4.4
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Stagecoach School — Students at Stagecoach School score 46% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
45.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 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: 5.4/10.
How Stagecoach School Compares
See how Stagecoach School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
205 DARE RD, Selden, NY 11784
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Stagecoach School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ARROWHEAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby East Setauket), which scores notably higher. Another option is NORTH COLEMAN ROAD SCHOOL (rated 5.5/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Centereach), with a very similar rating. Additionally, JERICHO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 4.9/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Centereach), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Selden, see our Selden schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BICYCLE PATH KINDERGARTEN-PRE K CENTER Selden | 0.7 mi | 4.1 |
| HAWKINS PATH SCHOOL Selden | 0.9 mi | 4.0 |
| NEW LANE MEMORIAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Selden | 1.3 mi | 2.4 |
| SELDEN MIDDLE SCHOOL Centereach | 1.3 mi | 5.5 |
| NEWFIELD HIGH SCHOOL Selden | 1.3 mi | 7.9 |
| CLINTON AVENUE SCHOOL Port Jefferson Station | 1.7 mi | 4.4 |
| BOYLE ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port Jefferson Station | 1.5 mi | 4.2 |
| COMSEWOGUE HIGH SCHOOL Port Jefferson Station | 2.0 mi | 8.3 |
| NORTH COLEMAN ROAD SCHOOL Centereach | 1.6 mi | 5.5 |
| TERRYVILLE ROAD SCHOOL Port Jefferson Station | 2.1 mi | 3.3 |
| JERICHO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Centereach | 2.0 mi | 4.9 |
| JOHN F KENNEDY MIDDLE SCHOOL Port Jefferson Station | 2.6 mi | 4.9 |
| SACHEM HIGH SCHOOL EAST Farmingville | 2.8 mi | 8.5 |
| CORAM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Coram | 2.3 mi | 4.1 |
| ARROWHEAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Setauket | 2.7 mi | 7.0 |
| LYNWOOD AVENUE SCHOOL Farmingville | 3.2 mi | 4.3 |
| UNITY DRIVE KINDERGARTEN-PRE K CENTER Centereach | 2.6 mi | 4.0 |
| NORWOOD AVENUE SCHOOL Port Jefferson Station | 3.0 mi | 4.8 |
| OUR SAVIOR NEW AMERICAN SCHOOL Centereach | 2.7 mi | 8.1 |
| CENTEREACH HIGH SCHOOL Centereach | 2.7 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11784 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$105,268
Median Home Value
$435,600
Median Rent
$2,273/mo
Population
25,986
College Educated
29.6%
Homeownership
85.5%
Avg Commute
31.9 min
Poverty Rate
7%
Median Age
38.2
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| AMPARK NEIGHBORHOOD Bronx, NY | 5.8 |
| ARTHUR S MAY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie, NY | 5.8 |
| AUSABLE FORKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Au Sable Forks, NY | 5.8 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Stagecoach School
What grades does Stagecoach School serve?
Stagecoach School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Stagecoach School?
Stagecoach School has an enrollment of approximately 362 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Stagecoach School?
The student-teacher ratio at Stagecoach School is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Stagecoach School rank in NY?
Stagecoach School ranks #2,867 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Stagecoach School's MySchoolScout rating?
Stagecoach School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Stagecoach School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Stagecoach School has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Stagecoach School a charter school?
No, Stagecoach School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Stagecoach School a Title I school?
No, Stagecoach School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Stagecoach School?
45.3% of students at Stagecoach 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 362
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 45.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.6%
- Phone
- (631) 285-8730
Resources & Links
District
MIDDLE COUNTRY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 9,467
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,780
- District Rank
- #3 of 14
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