Saxton Middle School vs South Ocean Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in New York, United States, 2.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Saxton Middle School
Patchogue · Public middle · Grades 6–8
579 students
South Ocean Middle School
Patchogue · Public middle · Grades 6–8
513 students
| Measure | Saxton Middle School Patchogue, New York | South Ocean Middle School Patchogue, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 43 Lower 50% | 42 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #486 of 785 | #487 of 785 |
| National rank | #9283 of 15,369 | #9305 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 579 | 513 |
| Enrollment | 579 | 513 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 43% | 52.8% |
| Students per teacher | 10.3 | 10.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 12% | 17% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 42% |
| city | Patchogue | Patchogue |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (42.5 vs 42.4).
- •South Ocean Middle School does better on math proficiency (42% vs 37%).
- •South Ocean Middle School does better on reading proficiency (17% vs 12%).
- •Saxton Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (43% vs 52.8%).
- •Saxton Middle School does better on students per teacher (10.3 vs 10.5).
- •Saxton Middle School is the larger school with 579 students compared with 513.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Saxton Middle School better than South Ocean Middle School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Saxton Middle School and South Ocean Middle School?
About 2.7 km in a straight line, between Patchogue and Patchogue in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Saxton Middle School: 579. South Ocean Middle School: 513. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Saxton Middle School and South Ocean Middle School rank in New York?
Saxton Middle School is 486th of 785 and South Ocean Middle School is 487th of 785 among middle schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).