MONTAUK SCHOOL

MONTAUK SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the MONTAUK UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in MONTAUK, NY with about 301 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 35 teachers, MONTAUK SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 8:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

The MONTAUK SCHOOL, located on the eastern tip of Long Island, serves as the primary public educational institution for the Montauk community. Operating as a single-school district (K–8), it functions as a close-knit anchor for the local population, providing a comprehensive curriculum that emphasizes foundational academic skills while fostering a supportive, small-town learning environment. Because of its unique geographic location, the school often incorporates the surrounding coastal landscape into its identity, balancing traditional classroom instruction with the specific needs of a remote, seasonal resort community.

As the only public school in the hamlet, the MONTAUK SCHOOL plays a central role in the social and civic life of the area. It is committed to preparing students for the transition to high school—typically through tuition agreements with neighboring districts—while maintaining a focus on student well-being and community engagement. With a mission centered on academic excellence and character development, the school leverages its intimate size to provide personalized attention, aiming to cultivate well-rounded students who are prepared to succeed in broader academic settings beyond the Montauk peninsula.

For more information, contact MONTAUK SCHOOL at (631) 668-2474 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.