Serving 679 students in grades 6-8, Ronkonkoma Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 679 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ronkonkoma Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ronkonkoma Middle School's student population of 679 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
679 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ronkonkoma Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ronkonkoma Middle 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
#2143 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
10%
Hispanic
28%
30%
Black
4%
16%
White
56%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ronkonkoma Middle School's ranking?
Ronkonkoma Middle School is ranked #2143 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Ronkonkoma Middle School often compared to?
Ronkonkoma Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oakdale-bohemia Middle School, Connetquot High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Ronkonkoma Middle School?
679 students attend Ronkonkoma Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Ronkonkoma Middle School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ronkonkoma Middle School?
Ronkonkoma Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ronkonkoma Middle School offer ?
Ronkonkoma Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ronkonkoma Middle School part of?
Ronkonkoma Middle School is part of Connetquot Central School District.
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