For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,558 students in 11779, NY.
The top ranked public middle schools in 11779, NY are Ronkonkoma Middle School and Samoset Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 11779 have an average math proficiency score of 71% (versus the New York public middle school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 51% statewide average). Middle schools in 11779, NY have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of New York public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public middle school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 11779, NY Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Ronkonkoma Middle School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
501 Peconic St
Ronkonkoma, NY 11779
(631) 467-6000
Ronkonkoma, NY 11779
(631) 467-6000
Grades: 6-8
| 679 students
Rank: #22.
Samoset Middle School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
51 School St
Ronkonkoma, NY 11779
(631) 471-1700
Ronkonkoma, NY 11779
(631) 471-1700
Grades: 6-8
| 879 students
11779, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
65 Gatelot Ave
Ronkonkoma, NY 11779
(631) 471-1810
Ronkonkoma, NY 11779
(631) 471-1810
Grades: K-5
| 492 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 11779, NY?
The top ranked public middle schools in 11779, NY include Ronkonkoma Middle School and Samoset Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 11779?
2 public middle schools are located in 11779.
What is the racial composition of students in 11779?
11779 public middle schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public middle schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
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