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Connetquot Elementary School

Elementary School · EAST ISLIP UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

1 MERRICK ST, Islip Terrace, NY 11752

Enrollment

364

Student-Teacher

9.8:1

Score

3.8

Grades

Pre-K – 2nd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#4,343 of 4,742

In Islip Terrace

#4 of 4

public schools

In district

#6 of 6

EAST ISLIP UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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Connetquot Elementary School

3.8/10

Elementary School in Islip Terrace · grades Pre-K – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.8/10

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About Connetquot Elementary School

Connetquot Elementary School is a public elementary school in Islip Terrace, NY, part of EAST ISLIP UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Connetquot Elementary School serves approximately 364 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Connetquot Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #4,343 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Connetquot Elementary School show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2013) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2013).

How it compares1.0 pts below district
  • This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.8
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

At 9.8:1 students to teachers, Connetquot Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress1.2Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data5
Annual Change-12.9 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2013
TrendDeclining
Academics4.9Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency42% (2013 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency32% (2013 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency37% (2013 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)55% (model expectation from 2013 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-18.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile30th
Resources & Environment8.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$32,407
Chronic Absenteeism28%

Connetquot Elementary School — Students at Connetquot Elementary School score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

39.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2012-13)

Math Proficiency 63.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2013)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 58.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2013)
School
State
N/A

Based on 10 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
81%
2010
Math
69%
ELA
64%
2011
Math
73%
ELA
71%
2012
Math
36%
ELA
43%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
32%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.2/10.

How Connetquot Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
3.8/10
8th percentile in NY
Academic
4.9/10
Below Average
Growth
1.2/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.5/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
40%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
37 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
28.0%

Location

1 MERRICK ST, Islip Terrace, NY 11752

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Connetquot Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. IDLE HOUR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Oakdale), which scores notably higher. Another option is WING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Islip), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ANTHONY ALFANO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Central Islip), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Islip Terrace, see our Islip Terrace schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.5 mi
School Distance Rating
EAST ISLIP HIGH SCHOOL Islip Terrace 0.6 mi 8.8
EAST ISLIP MIDDLE SCHOOL Islip Terrace 0.6 mi 6.7
RUTH C KINNEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Islip Terrace 0.6 mi 5.0
FRANCIS J O'NEILL SCHOOL Central Islip 1.7 mi 6.7
MARGUERITE L MULVEY SCHOOL Central Islip 1.7 mi 6.6
IDLE HOUR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Oakdale 1.7 mi 8.3
TIMBER POINT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Islip 2.3 mi 4.5
ST MARY SCHOOL East Islip 2.2 mi 5.6
JOHN F KENNEDY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Islip 2.3 mi 6.1
WING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Islip 2.2 mi 7.5
NYSARC INC-SUFFOLK CHAPTER Bohemia 2.6 mi 5.5
OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE EAST Central Islip 2.6 mi 5.2
CORDELLO AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Central Islip 2.6 mi 6.1
CONNETQUOT HIGH SCHOOL Bohemia 2.6 mi 8.7
CHARLES A MULLIGAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Central Islip 2.9 mi 5.1
OAKDALE-BOHEMIA MIDDLE SCHOOL Oakdale 2.3 mi 7.6
RALPH REED SCHOOL Central Islip 3.2 mi 5.4
ANTHONY ALFANO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Central Islip 3.1 mi 7.4
COMMACK ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Islip 2.6 mi 3.6
ANDREW T MORROW SCHOOL Islandia 3.5 mi 6.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11752 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$148,538

Median Home Value

$482,300

Median Rent

$2,512/mo

Population

8,990

College Educated

31.9%

Homeownership

86.8%

Avg Commute

29.8 min

Poverty Rate

2.9%

Median Age

43.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Connetquot Elementary School

What grades does Connetquot Elementary School serve?

Connetquot Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.

How many students attend Connetquot Elementary School?

Connetquot Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 364 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Connetquot Elementary School is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Connetquot Elementary School rank in NY?

Connetquot Elementary School ranks #4,343 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Connetquot Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Connetquot Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 Connetquot Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Connetquot Elementary School has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2013) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2013).

Is Connetquot Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Connetquot Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

39.6% of students at Connetquot 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
35 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
364
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Free/Reduced Lunch
39.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Suffolk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
28.0%

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