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#4186 of 4,742 schools in NY

Coram Elementary School

Elementary School · LONGWOOD CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

61 CORAM-MT SINAI RD, Coram, NY 11727

Enrollment

959

Student-Teacher

13.9:1

Score

4.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#4,186 of 4,742

In district

#7 of 7

LONGWOOD CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

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Coram Elementary School

4.1/10

Elementary School in Coram · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Coram Elementary School

Coram Elementary School is a public elementary school in Coram, NY, part of LONGWOOD CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Coram Elementary School serves approximately 959 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Coram Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #4,186 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Coram Elementary School show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.1 pts below district
  • This school 4.1 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.2
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

31% of students at Coram Elementary 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 Progress2.7Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.69 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.7Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency29.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-23.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-23.9 pts
Overall Proficiency33% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-16.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile28th
Resources & Environment6.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$30,007
Chronic Absenteeism30.6%

Coram Elementary School — Students at Coram Elementary School score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

56%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 45.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
50.7% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 46.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
61.6% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 32 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
78%
2010
Math
66%
ELA
61%
2011
Math
68%
ELA
61%
2012
Math
37%
ELA
38%
2013
Math
46%
ELA
38%
2014
Math
38%
ELA
36%
2015
Math
43%
ELA
45%
2016
Math
39%
ELA
40%
2017
Math
43%
ELA
36%
2018
Math
41%
ELA
34%
2019
Math
41%
ELA
34%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
52.3%
2022
Math
29.6%
ELA
37%

* 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: 2.7/10.

How Coram Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
4.1/10
12th percentile in NY
Academic
4.7/10
Below Average
Growth
2.7/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.9/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
56%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
69 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
30.6%

Location

61 CORAM-MT SINAI RD, Coram, NY 11727

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Coram Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MOUNT SINAI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Mount Sinai), which scores notably higher. Another option is STAGECOACH SCHOOL (rated 5.8/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Selden), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WEST MIDDLE ISLAND SCHOOL (rated 5.3/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Middle Island), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Coram, see our Coram schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.6 mi
School Distance Rating
WEST MIDDLE ISLAND SCHOOL Middle Island 1.3 mi 5.3
NEW LANE MEMORIAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Selden 1.6 mi 2.4
SACHEM HIGH SCHOOL EAST Farmingville 2.6 mi 8.5
BICYCLE PATH KINDERGARTEN-PRE K CENTER Selden 2.1 mi 4.1
STAGECOACH SCHOOL Selden 2.3 mi 5.8
EAGLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Medford 3.1 mi 3.8
COMSEWOGUE HIGH SCHOOL Port Jefferson Station 3.0 mi 8.3
CLINTON AVENUE SCHOOL Port Jefferson Station 3.1 mi 4.4
LONGWOOD MIDDLE SCHOOL Middle Island 2.9 mi 4.8
MILLER PLACE HIGH SCHOOL Miller Place 3.9 mi 8.6
LYNWOOD AVENUE SCHOOL Farmingville 3.7 mi 4.3
HAWKINS PATH SCHOOL Selden 3.1 mi 4.0
TERRYVILLE ROAD SCHOOL Port Jefferson Station 3.7 mi 3.3
BOYLE ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port Jefferson Station 3.5 mi 4.2
MOUNT SINAI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mount Sinai 4.3 mi 7.2
NEWFIELD HIGH SCHOOL Selden 3.5 mi 7.9
JOHN F KENNEDY MIDDLE SCHOOL Port Jefferson Station 3.9 mi 4.9
SELDEN MIDDLE SCHOOL Centereach 3.5 mi 5.5
MOUNT SINAI MIDDLE SCHOOL Mount Sinai 4.5 mi 6.6
LONGWOOD HIGH SCHOOL Middle Island 3.6 mi 7.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11727 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$101,515

Median Home Value

$410,300

Median Rent

$2,504/mo

Population

29,393

College Educated

34.3%

Homeownership

66.5%

Avg Commute

35.2 min

Poverty Rate

8.8%

Median Age

42.4

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HIAWATHA SCHOOL Lake Ronkonkoma, NY 4.1
NORTHEAST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brentwood, NY 4.1
PS 1 BERGEN (THE) Brooklyn, NY 4.1
PS 9 Maspeth, NY 4.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Coram Elementary School

What grades does Coram Elementary School serve?

Coram Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.

How many students attend Coram Elementary School?

Coram Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 959 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Coram Elementary School is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Coram Elementary School rank in NY?

Coram Elementary School ranks #4,186 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Coram Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Coram Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 Coram Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Coram Elementary School has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Coram Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Coram Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

56.0% of students at Coram 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
15 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
959
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
69
Free/Reduced Lunch
56.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Suffolk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
30.6%

District

LONGWOOD CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
8,949
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$30,007
District Rank
#7 of 7

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