FARMINGDALE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

Situated within a large suburban community in the New York metropolitan area, the Farmingdale Union Free School District serves as a foundational educational institution at 50 Van Cott Avenue in Farmingdale, New York. Operating as an open, traditional public school system, the district manages six active schools that deliver comprehensive instruction to 5,267 students spanning from kindergarten through 12th grade, along with specialized ungraded educational programs. The district’s student body reflects the diverse character of its surrounding community, enrolling 2,678 White, 1,612 Hispanic, 395 Asian, 372 Black, and 160 multi-racial students, alongside American Indian and Pacific Islander learners.

Data from the 2024–2025 NCES dataset highlights a deeply supported learning environment driven by an extensive professional workforce. To ensure individual student success, the district maintains a full-time equivalent staff of more than 1,936 personnel, anchored by approximately 980 full-time equivalent classroom teachers, 138 instructional aides, and nearly 818 dedicated support staff members. This exceptionally strong staff-to-student baseline allows Farmingdale to offer robust academic pathways, personalized instruction, and holistic student services. Community members, prospective families, and researchers can learn more about the district’s academic offerings and administrative services by visiting farmingdaleschools.org or contacting the district office directly at (516) 434-5100.