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Charles E Schwarting School

Elementary School · PLAINEDGE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

FLOWER RD & JERUSALEM AVE, Massapequa, NY 11758

Enrollment

495

Student-Teacher

12.7:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#2,449 of 4,742

In Massapequa

#6 of 8

public schools

In district

#3 of 5

PLAINEDGE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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Charles E Schwarting School

6.2/10

Elementary School in Massapequa · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Charles E Schwarting School

Charles E Schwarting School is a public elementary school in Massapequa, NY, part of PLAINEDGE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Charles E Schwarting School serves approximately 495 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Charles E Schwarting School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,449 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Charles E Schwarting School show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • NY avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.0Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.73 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.2Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency44.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency58.1% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-8.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-2.8 pts
Overall Proficiency51% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)67% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-15.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile46th
Resources & Environment9.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$30,842
Chronic Absenteeism10.7%

Charles E Schwarting School — Students at Charles E Schwarting School score 51% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 67%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

6.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 55.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 60.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.0% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 34 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
95%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
81%
ELA
70%
2011
Math
81%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
43%
ELA
42%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
64.5%
ELA
54.5%
2015
Math
44.5%
ELA
44.5%
2016
Math
54.5%
ELA
54.5%
2017
Math
64.5%
ELA
44.5%
2018
Math
64.5%
ELA
64.5%
2019
Math
64.5%
ELA
64.5%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
34.8%
ELA
63.8%
2022
Math
44.7%
ELA
58.1%

* 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: 5.0/10.

How Charles E Schwarting School Compares

See how Charles E Schwarting School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.2/10
48th percentile in NY
Academic
6.2/10
Average
Growth
5.0/10
Average
Environment
9.4/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
6%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
39 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.7%

Location

FLOWER RD & JERUSALEM AVE, Massapequa, NY 11758

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Charles E Schwarting School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SEAFORD MANOR SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Seaford), which scores notably higher. Another option is ALBANY AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby North Massapequa), which scores notably higher. Additionally, EAST BROADWAY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Seaford), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Massapequa, see our Massapequa schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
MONTESSORI CHILDRENS SCHOOL North Massapequa 0.1 mi
MARIA REGINA SCHOOL Seaford 0.3 mi 6.0
PLAINEDGE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Massapequa 0.5 mi 8.6
LOCKHART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Massapequa 0.7 mi 7.0
MHS AMES CAMPUS Massapequa 0.8 mi 5.0
SEAFORD MANOR SCHOOL Seaford 0.8 mi 9.0
SEAFORD MIDDLE SCHOOL Seaford 0.8 mi 7.5
EASTPLAIN SCHOOL N. Massapequa 1.3 mi 5.8
SEAFORD SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Seaford 1.1 mi 9.2
EAST BROADWAY SCHOOL Seaford 1.2 mi 7.7
ALBANY AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Massapequa 1.3 mi 7.8
FAIRFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Massapequa 1.6 mi 6.5
JOHN H WEST SCHOOL Bethpage 1.8 mi 6.1
MCKENNA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Massapequa Park 1.4 mi 7.6
ST ROSE OF LIMA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Massapequa 2.0 mi 6.2
GEN DOUGLAS MACARTHUR SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Levittown 1.8 mi 8.8
MASSAPEQUA HIGH SCHOOL Massapequa 2.0 mi 9.1
WANTAGH SCHOOL Wantagh 1.9 mi 6.3
JONAS E SALK MIDDLE SCHOOL Levittown 1.9 mi 8.4
ISLAND TREES HIGH SCHOOL Levittown 2.3 mi 9.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11758 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$157,404

Median Home Value

$624,800

Median Rent

$2,153/mo

Population

54,741

College Educated

49.5%

Homeownership

93.5%

Avg Commute

36 min

Poverty Rate

3.7%

Median Age

44.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Charles E Schwarting School

What grades does Charles E Schwarting School serve?

Charles E Schwarting School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Charles E Schwarting School?

Charles E Schwarting School has an enrollment of approximately 495 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Charles E Schwarting School?

The student-teacher ratio at Charles E Schwarting School is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Charles E Schwarting School rank in NY?

Charles E Schwarting School ranks #2,449 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Charles E Schwarting School's MySchoolScout rating?

Charles E Schwarting School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Charles E Schwarting School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Charles E Schwarting School has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Charles E Schwarting School a charter school?

No, Charles E Schwarting School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Charles E Schwarting School a Title I school?

No, Charles E Schwarting School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Charles E Schwarting School?

6.3% of students at Charles E Schwarting 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
78 Very Walkable
Transit Score
26 Some Transit
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
495
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
39
Free/Reduced Lunch
6.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Nassau County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.7%

District

PLAINEDGE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
2,948
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$30,842
District Rank
#3 of 5

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