Serving 2,443 students in grades 9-12, Patchogue-medford High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,443 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 30% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 90% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 92% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Patchogue-medford High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Patchogue-medford High School's student population of 2,443 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 190 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,443 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
190 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Patchogue-medford High School ranks within the top 10% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Patchogue-medford High School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#390 out of 4377 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
50%
29%
Black
6%
16%
White
39%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Patchogue-medford High School's ranking?
Patchogue-medford High School is ranked #390 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Patchogue-medford High School often compared to?
Patchogue-medford High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Longwood High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Patchogue-medford High School?
The graduation rate of Patchogue-medford High School is 92%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Patchogue-medford High School?
2,443 students attend Patchogue-medford High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Patchogue-medford High School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Patchogue-medford High School?
Patchogue-medford High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Patchogue-medford High School offer ?
Patchogue-medford High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Patchogue-medford High School part of?
Patchogue-medford High School is part of Patchogue-Medford Union Free School District.
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