School Overview
Port Jefferson Elementary School, located at 500 Scraggy Hill Road in Port Jefferson, New York, serves as a central pillar of the Port Jefferson School District. The school is known for fostering a supportive and academically rigorous environment for students in the primary grades, emphasizing a well-rounded education that balances core academic subjects with enrichment opportunities. As part of a community-focused district, the school benefits from a strong partnership between educators, families, and local residents, all working together to ensure students build a solid foundation for their future academic journeys.

The school’s curriculum is designed to encourage both intellectual curiosity and personal growth, often utilizing the unique coastal character of the Port Jefferson area to enhance learning experiences. With a commitment to inclusivity and student-centered instruction, Port Jefferson Elementary focuses on cultivating social-emotional development alongside traditional literacy and numeracy skills. Prospective parents and community members can learn more about the school’s specific programs, district policies, and ongoing initiatives by visiting their official website at [www.portjeffschools.org](http://www.portjeffschools.org).
364
Total Students
31.8
Full-Time Teachers
11.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
18.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for PORT JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Demographic Student Count
White266
Hispanic62
Black6
Asian19
Two or More11
  • White
    266 (73.1 %)
  • Hispanic
    62 (17.0 %)
  • Asian
    19 (5.2 %)
  • Two or More
    11 (3.0 %)
  • Black
    6 (1.6 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: PORT JEFFERSON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
Phone: (631)791-4321
Website: http://www.portjeffschools.org
Grade Range: Pre-K - 5th
Total Students: 364
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 31.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 11.4
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 63
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 4
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 36
Kindergarten 38
Grade 1 51
Grade 2 56
Grade 3 56
Grade 4 66
Grade 5 60
Ungraded 1

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for PORT JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten36
Kindergarten38
Grade 151
Grade 256
Grade 356
Grade 466
Grade 560
Ungraded1
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for PORT JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female17748.6%
Male18751.4%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)