Serving 585 students in grades Kindergarten-11, Searingtown School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 83% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-11
- Enrollment: 585 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class="so-dt-title" id="top-rankings">Top Rankings麻豆果冻传媒>
Searingtown 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
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id="overview">School Overview麻豆果冻传媒>
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id="school-rankings">School Rankings麻豆果冻传媒>
Searingtown School's student population of 585 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-11
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
585 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
Searingtown School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Searingtown School is 0.39, 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
#445 out of 4377 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
76%
10%
Hispanic
3%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
19%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions麻豆果冻传媒> What is Searingtown School's ranking?
Searingtown School is ranked #445 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Searingtown School often compared to?
Searingtown Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Center Street School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Searingtown School?
585 students attend Searingtown School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Searingtown School students are Asian, 19% of students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Searingtown School?
Searingtown School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Searingtown School offer ?
Searingtown School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-11 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Searingtown School part of?
Searingtown School is part of Herricks Union Free School District.
School Reviews麻豆果冻传媒>Review Searingtown School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Review Searingtown School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
麻豆果冻传媒 Articles
College Application Requirement for High School Graduation? DC Weighs Possibility
The article discusses a proposal in Washington D.C. to make college applications a requirement for high school graduation. It examines the potential benefits and drawbacks of such a policy, including its impact on graduation rates and college attendance. The piece also considers similar initiatives in other states and the debate surrounding this approach
Bribing Students to Get Good Grades: The Debate
This piece explores the controversial practice of offering monetary rewards to students for good grades. It examines studies conducted in various cities, discussing the effectiveness of such programs and the ethical concerns they raise. The article presents arguments from both supporters and critics of this approach to student motivation.
September 27, 2024
Understanding RubricsThis article explores the fundamental principles of rubrics in education, focusing on their role as assessment tools. It breaks down the key components of rubrics, including criteria, performance levels, and descriptors. The piece also delves into the two main types of rubrics - holistic and analytic - providing authoritative definitions and explaining their unique applications in educational settings.