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#223 of 4,739 schools in NY

Top 5% in state

Arrowhead Elementary School

Elementary School · THREE VILLAGE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

PO BOX 9050, East Setauket, NY 11733

Enrollment

565

Student-Teacher

11.1:1

Score

8.6

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In East Setauket

#2 of 8

public schools

New York elementary schools

#153 of 2,549

In district

#2 of 8

THREE VILLAGE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

9.6 / 10

Exceptional

About Arrowhead Elementary School

Arrowhead Elementary School is a public elementary school in East Setauket, NY, part of the THREE VILLAGE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. The school serves approximately 565 students in grades Pre-K – 6th with a student-teacher ratio of 11.1:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.6/10, placing it in the 95.3th percentile among NY schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 62% proficiency in math, 16 points above the state average and 69% in reading/language arts, 11 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in school environment (9.6/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $174,931, where 63% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a large suburban setting.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.1Exceptional50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change+5.1 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2021
TrendImproving
Academics7.2Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency62%
Reading/ELA Proficiency72%
Math vs. State Avg+8.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+11.1 pts
Overall Proficiency67%
Expected (poverty-adj.)69%
vs. Expected-2.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile59th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment9.6Exceptional20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$36,530

Arrowhead Elementary School — Students at Arrowhead Elementary School score 67% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

18.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY NYSED (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 61.7%
School
State
45.9%
ELA Proficiency 69.3%
School
State
58.4%

Based on 12 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2019
Math
62%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
61.6%
ELA
72.8%

* 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: 9.1/10.

How Arrowhead Elementary School Compares

See how Arrowhead Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.6/10
95th percentile in NY
Academic
7.2/10
7.2/10
Growth
9.1/10
Above average
Environment
9.6/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
19%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
51 teachers

Location

PO BOX 9050, East Setauket, NY 11733

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Arrowhead Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BOYLE ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Port Jefferson Station), with a very similar rating. Another option is HAWKINS PATH SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Selden), with a comparable rating. Additionally, STAGECOACH SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Selden), with a comparable rating. For more schools in East Setauket, see our East Setauket schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
NORWOOD AVENUE SCHOOL Port Jefferson Station 0.5 mi 6.7
WARD MELVILLE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL East Setauket 0.5 mi 8.7
BOYLE ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port Jefferson Station 1.2 mi 8.3
TERRYVILLE ROAD SCHOOL Port Jefferson Station 1.1 mi 7.2
JOHN F KENNEDY MIDDLE SCHOOL Port Jefferson Station 1.3 mi 4.7
EARL L VANDERMEULEN HIGH SCHOOL Port Jefferson 2.1 mi 8.6
PORT JEFFERSON MIDDLE SCHOOL Port Jefferson 2.1 mi 8.0
CLINTON AVENUE SCHOOL Port Jefferson Station 1.6 mi 5.3
NORTH COLEMAN ROAD SCHOOL Centereach 2.2 mi 5.2
HAWKINS PATH SCHOOL Selden 2.2 mi 8.0
SELDEN MIDDLE SCHOOL Centereach 2.3 mi 3.9
COMSEWOGUE HIGH SCHOOL Port Jefferson Station 1.9 mi 6.6
NASSAKEAG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Setauket 1.9 mi 7.2
MINNESAUKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Setauket 2.1 mi 7.7
CENTEREACH HIGH SCHOOL Centereach 2.5 mi 6.7
NEWFIELD HIGH SCHOOL Selden 2.6 mi 6.5
PORT JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port Jefferson 2.6 mi 6.3
DAWNWOOD MIDDLE SCHOOL Centereach 2.6 mi 4.6
UNITY DRIVE KINDERGARTEN-PRE K CENTER Centereach 3.0 mi 3.7
STAGECOACH SCHOOL Selden 2.7 mi 7.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11733 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$174,931

Median Home Value

$653,100

Median Rent

$2,386/mo

Population

17,403

College Educated

62.9%

Homeownership

84.8%

Avg Commute

29.9 min

Poverty Rate

4.6%

Median Age

44.7

Community Profile

The community surrounding Arrowhead Elementary School has a median household income of $174,931. It is a well-educated community where 63% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $653,100, with a median rent of $2,386/month. The local poverty rate of 4.6% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
BAYLIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plainview, NY 8.6
CENTER STREET SCHOOL Williston Park, NY 8.6
DOGWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Smithtown, NY 8.6
EAST MORICHES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Moriches, NY 8.6
FIFTH AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Northport, NY 8.6
JOHN PHILIP SOUSA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port Washington, NY 8.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Arrowhead Elementary School

What grades does Arrowhead Elementary School serve?

Arrowhead Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Arrowhead Elementary School?

Arrowhead Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 565 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Arrowhead Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Arrowhead Elementary School is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Arrowhead Elementary School rank in NY?

Arrowhead Elementary School is ranked #223 out of 4,739 schools in NY.

What is Arrowhead Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Arrowhead Elementary School has a composite rating of 8.6 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Arrowhead Elementary School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Arrowhead Elementary School has 61.7% math proficiency and 69.3% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Arrowhead Elementary School a charter school?

No, Arrowhead Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Arrowhead Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Arrowhead Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Arrowhead Elementary School?

18.6% of students at Arrowhead Elementary 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
36 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable
County Safety
Low (3/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
565
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
51
Free/Reduced Lunch
18.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Suffolk County
Data Year
2023–2024

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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