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Andrew T Morrow School

Elementary School · CENTRAL ISLIP UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

299 SYCAMORE AVE, Islandia, NY 11749

Enrollment

794

Student-Teacher

13.2:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#2,521 of 4,742

In district

#5 of 8

CENTRAL ISLIP UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

Academic growth

7.0 / 10

Very Good

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Andrew T Morrow School

6.1/10

Elementary School in Islandia · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Andrew T Morrow School

Andrew T Morrow School is a public elementary school in Islandia, NY, part of CENTRAL ISLIP UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Andrew T Morrow School serves approximately 794 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Andrew T Morrow School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #2,521 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Andrew T Morrow School show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • District avg 6.3
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

44% of students at Andrew T Morrow School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.0Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.9 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics4.7Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency30.8% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency30.8% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-22.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-30.1 pts
Overall Proficiency31% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)44% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-13.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile29th
Resources & Environment6.1Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$30,304
Chronic Absenteeism43.5%

Andrew T Morrow School — Students at Andrew T Morrow School score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

72.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 36.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
45.9% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 38.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
58.4% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 36 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
81%
ELA
64%
2010
Math
50%
ELA
48%
2011
Math
43%
ELA
41%
2012
Math
13%
ELA
18%
2013
Math
17%
ELA
15%
2014
Math
18%
ELA
16%
2015
Math
22%
ELA
23%
2016
Math
25%
ELA
23%
2017
Math
33%
ELA
31%
2018
Math
41%
ELA
34%
2019
Math
41%
ELA
34%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
39.8%
ELA
50.8%
2022
Math
30.8%
ELA
30.8%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.0/10.

How Andrew T Morrow School Compares

See how Andrew T Morrow School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.1/10
47th percentile in NY
Academic
4.7/10
Below Average
Growth
7.0/10
Very Good
Environment
6.1/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
72%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
60 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
43.5%

Location

299 SYCAMORE AVE, Islandia, NY 11749

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Andrew T Morrow School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BRETTON WOODS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Hauppauge), which scores notably higher. Another option is FOREST BROOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Hauppauge), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HELEN B DUFFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Ronkonkoma), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Islandia, see our Islandia schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
RALPH REED SCHOOL Central Islip 0.9 mi 5.4
CHARLES A MULLIGAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Central Islip 1.1 mi 5.1
FRANCIS J O'NEILL SCHOOL Central Islip 1.8 mi 6.7
MARGUERITE L MULVEY SCHOOL Central Islip 1.8 mi 6.6
HAUPPAUGE MIDDLE SCHOOL Hauppauge 1.7 mi 6.9
HAUPPAUGE HIGH SCHOOL Hauppauge 1.7 mi 8.6
BRETTON WOODS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hauppauge 1.6 mi 9.0
CENTRAL ISLIP SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Central Islip 1.6 mi 6.8
OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE EAST Central Islip 1.8 mi 5.2
ANTHONY ALFANO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Central Islip 1.7 mi 7.4
MOUNT PLEASANT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Smithtown 2.3 mi 5.6
CHEROKEE STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ronkonkoma 1.9 mi 4.1
CORDELLO AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Central Islip 2.1 mi 6.1
NYSARC INC-SUFFOLK CHAPTER Bohemia 2.1 mi 5.5
GREAT HOLLOW MIDDLE SCHOOL Nesconset 2.7 mi 7.6
RONKONKOMA MIDDLE SCHOOL Ronkonkoma 2.3 mi 7.4
HELEN B DUFFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ronkonkoma 2.3 mi 7.6
CONNETQUOT HIGH SCHOOL Bohemia 2.5 mi 8.7
FOREST BROOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hauppauge 2.6 mi 8.0
CLEARY SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF Nesconset 2.7 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11749 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$112,435

Median Home Value

$451,700

Median Rent

$1,781/mo

Population

3,581

College Educated

30.8%

Homeownership

96.3%

Avg Commute

29.2 min

Poverty Rate

3.4%

Median Age

39.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Andrew T Morrow School

What grades does Andrew T Morrow School serve?

Andrew T Morrow School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Andrew T Morrow School?

Andrew T Morrow School has an enrollment of approximately 794 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Andrew T Morrow School?

The student-teacher ratio at Andrew T Morrow School is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Andrew T Morrow School rank in NY?

Andrew T Morrow School ranks #2,521 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Andrew T Morrow School's MySchoolScout rating?

Andrew T Morrow School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Andrew T Morrow School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Andrew T Morrow School has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Andrew T Morrow School a charter school?

No, Andrew T Morrow School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Andrew T Morrow School a Title I school?

No, Andrew T Morrow School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Andrew T Morrow School?

72.2% of students at Andrew T Morrow School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
43 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
794
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
60
Free/Reduced Lunch
72.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Suffolk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
43.5%

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