Summary:
The Northport-East Northport Union Free School District in New York operates 7 schools, including 4 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school. The district is known for its strong academic performance, with several standout schools that rank among the top in the state.
At the high school level, Northport Senior High School stands out, ranking among the top 101 high schools in New York and maintaining a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger. This school boasts a high 95.9% four-year graduation rate and a low 1.5% dropout rate. At the elementary level, Fifth Avenue Elementary School and Ocean Avenue School are also top performers, ranking among the top 357 and 317 elementary schools in the state, respectively, and earning 4-star ratings from SchoolDigger.
The district's schools generally perform well on standardized tests, with most schools exceeding the state average in proficiency rates for English Language Arts and Math. However, there are some equity concerns, as the student-teacher ratio at Norwood Avenue School is the highest in the district, which could indicate potential resource allocation issues. Additionally, Norwood Avenue School has seen a significant decline in its statewide ranking, from 300 out of 2,201 elementary schools in 2020-2021 to 1,777 out of 2,439 in 2022-2023, warranting further investigation.
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