PATCHOGUE-MEDFORD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

Located at 241 S. Ocean Avenue in Patchogue, New York, the Patchogue-Medford Union Free School District operates as an active, comprehensive public school system situated within a large suburban community of the greater New York-Newark-Jersey City metropolitan area. Drawing from the National Center for Education Statistics dataset for the 2024–2025 academic year, the district manages 11 operational schools that serve a total enrollment of 7,704 students, offering a seamless educational continuum from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade alongside specialized ungraded programming. Serving a vibrant and diverse student population—spanning over 200 early childhood learners in pre-K to nearly 700 high school seniors preparing for post-secondary success—Patchogue-Medford delivers well-rounded public education across Long Island, with further institutional details available via its website at www.pmschools.org.

To foster student achievement and maintain high standards across its campuses, the district relies on an extensive workforce comprising more than 2,766 full-time equivalent (FTE) staff members. The instructional backbone is formed by approximately 1,331 FTE teachers and 181 FTE instructional aides, who together provide responsive classroom instruction and individualized academic assistance. Complementing the faculty, a team of over 1,254 FTE support staff professionals oversees student services, facility management, and administrative operations. This comprehensive staffing commitment reflects Patchogue-Medford’s dedication to maintaining a safe, well-resourced learning environment tailored to the academic and social development of every student.