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#1029 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 22% in state

Daniel Street School

Elementary School · LINDENHURST UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

289 DANIEL ST, Lindenhurst, NY 11757

Enrollment

491

Student-Teacher

11.2:1

Score

7.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#1,029 of 4,742

In Lindenhurst

#3 of 8

public schools

In district

#3 of 8

LINDENHURST UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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Daniel Street School

7.7/10

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

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8.4/10

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About Daniel Street School

Daniel Street School is a public elementary school in Lindenhurst, NY, part of LINDENHURST UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Daniel Street School serves approximately 491 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Daniel Street School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,029 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Daniel Street School show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.0
  • NY avg 5.9

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-0.87 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics8.0Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency66.3% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency60% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+12.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-0.9 pts
Overall Proficiency63% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)55% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+7.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile70th
Resources & Environment9.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$30,636
Chronic Absenteeism20%

Daniel Street School — Students at Daniel Street School score 63% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

39.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 63.5% (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
97%
ELA
93%
2010
Math
76%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
78%
ELA
78%
2012
Math
36%
ELA
39%
2013
Math
38%
ELA
35%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
72%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
72%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
57%
ELA
72%
2021*
Math
58.5%
ELA
63.5%
2022
Math
66.3%
ELA
60%

* 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 Daniel Street School Compares

See how Daniel Street School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.7/10
78th percentile in NY
Academic
8.0/10
Excellent
Growth
7.0/10
Very Good
Environment
9.1/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
40%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
44 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.0%

Location

289 DANIEL ST, Lindenhurst, NY 11757

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Daniel Street School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WILLIAM RALL SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is SOUTH BAY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby West Babylon), with a very similar rating. Additionally, BABYLON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Babylon), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Lindenhurst, see our Lindenhurst schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
LINDENHURST SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Lindenhurst 0.2 mi 8.4
ALLEGHANY AVENUE SCHOOL Lindenhurst 0.9 mi 6.5
LINDENHURST MIDDLE SCHOOL Lindenhurst 1.1 mi 6.9
TOOKER AVENUE SCHOOL West Babylon 1.1 mi 6.5
FOREST AVENUE SCHOOL West Babylon 1.2 mi 6.4
WEST BABYLON JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL West Babylon 1.1 mi 6.1
JOHN F KENNEDY SCHOOL West Babylon 1.1 mi 6.2
ALBANY AVENUE SCHOOL Lindenhurst 1.2 mi 6.1
SANTAPOGUE SCHOOL West Babylon 1.5 mi 7.4
SOUTH BAY SCHOOL West Babylon 1.2 mi 7.8
WILLIAM RALL SCHOOL Lindenhurst 1.2 mi 8.0
WEST GATES AVENUE SCHOOL Lindenhurst 1.5 mi 6.5
WEST BABYLON SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL West Babylon 1.2 mi 8.4
HARDING AVENUE SCHOOL Lindenhurst 1.9 mi 7.5
WALTER G O'CONNELL COPIAGUE HIGH SCHOOL Copiague 1.7 mi 8.0
BELMONT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Babylon 2.1 mi 4.3
SUSAN E WILEY SCHOOL Copiague 2.0 mi 3.0
COPIAGUE MIDDLE SCHOOL Copiague 1.9 mi 4.7
BABYLON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Babylon 1.9 mi 7.6
GREAT NECK ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Copiague 2.2 mi 4.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11757 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$128,081

Median Home Value

$479,500

Median Rent

$2,091/mo

Population

44,571

College Educated

30.3%

Homeownership

84.3%

Avg Commute

33 min

Poverty Rate

5.2%

Median Age

40.4

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School Rating
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CARRIE E TOMPKINS SCHOOL Croton-On-Hudson, NY 7.7
CENTRAL SCHOOL Larchmont, NY 7.7
CHARLES CAMPAGNE SCHOOL Bethpage, NY 7.7
CHAUTAUQUA LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mayville, NY 7.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Daniel Street School

What grades does Daniel Street School serve?

Daniel Street School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Daniel Street School?

Daniel Street School has an enrollment of approximately 491 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Daniel Street School?

The student-teacher ratio at Daniel Street School is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Daniel Street School rank in NY?

Daniel Street School ranks #1,029 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Daniel Street School's MySchoolScout rating?

Daniel Street School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Daniel Street School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Daniel Street School has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Daniel Street School a charter school?

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

Is Daniel Street School a Title I school?

No, Daniel Street School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Daniel Street School?

39.9% of students at Daniel Street 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
46 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
491
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
44
Free/Reduced Lunch
39.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Suffolk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.0%

District

LINDENHURST UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
5,642
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$30,636
District Rank
#3 of 8

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