PORT JEFFERSON MIDDLE SCHOOL
222 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
Port Jefferson Middle School, located in the historic village of Port Jefferson, New York, is a cornerstone of the Port Jefferson School District. Known for its strong commitment to academic excellence and a student-centered approach, the school serves students in grades 6 through 8. The curriculum is designed to challenge students through a rigorous academic program while simultaneously providing the social and emotional support necessary for navigating the transition from elementary to high school. The school emphasizes a holistic education, encouraging students to develop critical thinking skills, independence, and a sense of personal responsibility.
Beyond the classroom, Port Jefferson Middle School offers a vibrant extracurricular environment that fosters student growth and community engagement. Students have access to a diverse array of clubs, intramural sports, and arts programs, all intended to help them explore their unique interests and talents. The school maintains a close-knit, supportive atmosphere, leveraging its location within the tight-knit Port Jefferson community to create meaningful partnerships between educators, students, and families. By prioritizing both scholastic achievement and character development, the school prepares its graduates to succeed in the more demanding environment of the high school level and beyond.
Beyond the classroom, Port Jefferson Middle School offers a vibrant extracurricular environment that fosters student growth and community engagement. Students have access to a diverse array of clubs, intramural sports, and arts programs, all intended to help them explore their unique interests and talents. The school maintains a close-knit, supportive atmosphere, leveraging its location within the tight-knit Port Jefferson community to create meaningful partnerships between educators, students, and families. By prioritizing both scholastic achievement and character development, the school prepares its graduates to succeed in the more demanding environment of the high school level and beyond.
222
Total Students
28.1
Full-Time Teachers
7.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
18.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 163 |
| Hispanic | 33 |
| Black | 4 |
| Asian | 18 |
| Two or More | 4 |
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White163 (73.4 %)
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Hispanic33 (14.9 %)
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Asian18 (8.1 %)
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Black4 (1.8 %)
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Two or More4 (1.8 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Middle 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)791-4431 |
| Website: | http://www.portjeffschools.org |
| Grade Range: | 6th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 222 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 28.1 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 7.9 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 40 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 1 |
Grades Taught
Grade 6
71
Grade 7
70
Grade 8
77
Ungraded
4
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 71 |
| Grade 7 | 70 |
| Grade 8 | 77 |
| Ungraded | 4 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 101 | 45.5% |
| Male | 121 | 54.5% |
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