Wantagh Union Free School District
School District · Wantagh, New York
Avg Rating
7.1
out of 10
Schools
5
3 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$28,250
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.7:1
Avg Rating
7.1
out of 10
Schools
5
3 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$28,250
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.7:1
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How this district compares
New York rank
#171 of 615
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+0.9
above New York avg
Per-pupil spending
$28,250
+$470 vs New York median
District size
2,885 students
Larger than New York median
The short answer
Wantagh Union Free School District ranks #171 of 615 New York districts by overall school rating. Wantagh Union Free School District's schools with real test data average 7.1/10 across 5 schools. Its top-rated schools are Forest Lake School (7.7/10), Wantagh Senior High School (7.5/10), and Mandalay School (7.1/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in Wantagh Union Free School District
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (5 of 5). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Forest Lake School | 7.7 / 10 |
| 2 | Wantagh Senior High School | 7.5 / 10 |
| 3 | Mandalay School | 7.1 / 10 |
| 4 | Wantagh Middle School | 6.8 / 10 |
| 5 | Wantagh School | 6.3 / 10 |
See all 5 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Wantagh Union Free School District
Wantagh Union Free School District is a Wantagh, New York school district serving 5 schools. The district educates 2,885 students with a student-teacher ratio of 11.7:1. The district invests $28,250 per student annually.
With an average rating of 7.1/10, Wantagh Union Free School District is among the strongest-performing districts in the state.
The highest-rated school in the district is Forest Lake School, which has a composite score of 7.7/10.
In standardized testing, Wantagh Union Free School District students show an average math proficiency of 77.8% and ELA proficiency of 71.8%.
The district includes 3 elementary schools , 1 middle school , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in Wantagh Union Free School District, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Wantagh Union Free School District with test data.
Schools in Wantagh Union Free School District
5 schools Elementary Schools 3
Middle Schools 1
High Schools 1
District Details
- State
- New York
- City
- Wantagh
- Total Enrollment
- 2,885
- Teachers (FTE)
- 246
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.0%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Wantagh Union Free School District?
Wantagh Union Free School District has 5 schools in total — 3 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Wantagh Union Free School District?
The average composite rating for Wantagh Union Free School District is 7.1/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Wantagh Union Free School District?
Wantagh Union Free School District spends $28,250 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Wantagh Union Free School District?
The average student-teacher ratio in Wantagh Union Free School District is 11.7:1.
What is the top-rated school in Wantagh Union Free School District?
Forest Lake School is the highest-rated school in Wantagh Union Free School District with a composite score of 7.7/10.
What are the test scores in Wantagh Union Free School District?
Across schools in Wantagh Union Free School District with test data, the average math proficiency is 77.8% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 71.8%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Wantagh Union Free School District compare to other districts in New York?
Wantagh Union Free School District has an average school rating of 7.1/10 across 5 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in New York by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings are based on a comprehensive methodology that weighs Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 7.1/10
- Math Proficiency
- 77.8%
- ELA Proficiency
- 71.8%
Resources
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, New York State Education Dept., and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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