Patchogue-Medford High School is a public high school in Medford, Brookhaven, New York, which is located in Suffolk County on Long Island, in the United States. The school is part of Patchogue-Medford School District. The campus was renamed "Navy LT Michael P. Murphy Campus" after the US Navy SEAL, Michael P. Murphy.
Serving 2,487 students in grades 9-12, Patchogue-medford High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,487 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 92% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Patchogue-medford High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Patchogue-medford High School's student population of 2,487 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 205 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,487 students
Total Classroom Teachers
205 teachers
Colors
Red and black
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 26, 2026
School Rankings
Patchogue-medford High School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Patchogue-medford High School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#648 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
53%
31%
Black
7%
15%
White
35%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
86%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Patchogue-Medford Union Free School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Raiders
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Patchogue-medford High School's ranking?
Patchogue-medford High School is ranked #648 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Patchogue-medford High School often compared to?
Patchogue-medford High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Longwood High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Patchogue-medford High School?
The graduation rate of Patchogue-medford High School is 86%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Patchogue-medford High School?
2,487 students attend Patchogue-medford High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Patchogue-medford High School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Patchogue-medford High School?
Patchogue-medford High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Patchogue-medford High School offer ?
Patchogue-medford High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Patchogue-medford High School part of?
Patchogue-medford High School is part of Patchogue-Medford Union Free School District.
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