MASSAPEQUA UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

District Overview
Located at 4925 Merrick Road in Massapequa, New York, the Massapequa Union Free School District serves as a vibrant educational hub within a large suburban community of the greater New York metropolitan area. Operating as an active, traditional public school system, the district manages nine operational schools that offer a comprehensive curriculum spanning from kindergarten through 12th grade, as well as dedicated ungraded instructional programs. Serving a total enrollment of approximately 6,522 students, the district provides a structured and supportive learning environment tailored to meet the academic and developmental needs of young learners across Long Island.

To ensure a high standard of academic excellence and holistic student care, Massapequa Union Free School District maintains a robust workforce comprising nearly 2,465 full-time equivalent staff members. This team includes over 1,246 full-time dedicated teachers, more than 260 instructional aides, and roughly 954 support personnel, establishing a strong professional presence that directly benefits classroom instruction and school operations. Recognized in the 2024–2025 National Center for Education Statistics dataset, the district exemplifies a well-resourced suburban school system deeply committed to educational opportunity, strong educator support, and community engagement.
9
Total Schools
6,522
Total Students
1,246.1
Full-Time Teachers
5.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for MASSAPEQUA UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
Demographic Student Count
White5,451
Hispanic695
Black44
Asian124
Two or More198
American Indian5
Pacific Islander5
  • White
    5,451 (83.6%)
  • Hispanic
    695 (10.7%)
  • Two or More
    198 (3.0%)
  • Asian
    124 (1.9%)
  • Black
    44 (0.7%)
  • American Indian
    5 (0.1%)
  • Pacific Islander
    5 (0.1%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in MASSAPEQUA UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary6
Middle1
High1
Other1
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District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not a charter district
Number of schools:9
Students:6,522*
Teachers (FTE):1,246.1*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:5.2