Serving 521 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Brookhaven Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 521 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Brookhaven Elementary School's student population of 521 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
521 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Motto
Nurture and encourage each child to reach his or her fullest potential
School Rankings
Brookhaven Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brookhaven Elementary School is 0.62, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#3388 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
54%
30%
Black
13%
15%
White
27%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brookhaven Elementary School's ranking?
Brookhaven Elementary School is ranked #3388 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Brookhaven Elementary School often compared to?
Brookhaven Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oquenock Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Brookhaven Elementary School?
521 students attend Brookhaven Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Brookhaven Elementary School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brookhaven Elementary School?
Brookhaven Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Brookhaven Elementary School offer ?
Brookhaven Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Brookhaven Elementary School part of?
Brookhaven Elementary School is part of South Country Central School District.
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