New Suffolk School is a historic school building located at New Suffolk in Suffolk County, New York. It was built in 1907 and is a one-story, hip-roofed structure on a raised brick basement, with an engaged two-story central tower. Originally a two-room schoolhouse, it was expanded to three rooms in 1923.
Serving 8 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, New Suffolk 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% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 2:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 8 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 2:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in NY)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Suffolk School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
New Suffolk School's student population of 8 students has declined by 46% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
8 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Year Founded
1907
School Calendar
School Motto
Education is not the filling of a pail, but the lighting of a fire
School Rankings
The diversity score of New Suffolk School is 0.38, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)<50%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
2:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
25%
30%
Black
n/a
16%
White
75%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend New Suffolk School?
8 students attend New Suffolk School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of New Suffolk School students are White, and 25% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Suffolk School?
New Suffolk School has a student ration of 2:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does New Suffolk School offer ?
New Suffolk School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is New Suffolk School part of?
New Suffolk School is part of New Suffolk Common School District.
In what neighborhood is New Suffolk School located?
New Suffolk School is located in the North Fork neighborhood of New Suffolk, NY.
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