Very Good
#1441 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 30% in state
Dogwood Elementary School
Elementary School · SMITHTOWN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
50 DOGWOOD DR, Smithtown, NY 11787
Enrollment
367
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
367
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,441 of 4,742
In Smithtown
#2 of 6
public schools
In district
#7 of 12
SMITHTOWN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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Dogwood Elementary School
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About Dogwood Elementary School
Dogwood Elementary School is a public elementary school in Smithtown, NY, part of SMITHTOWN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Dogwood Elementary School serves approximately 367 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Dogwood Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,441 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Dogwood Elementary School show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 6.9
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Dogwood Elementary School — Students at Dogwood Elementary School score 60% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 66%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
8.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 6.6/10.
How Dogwood Elementary School Compares
See how Dogwood Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
50 DOGWOOD DR, Smithtown, NY 11787
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dogwood Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BRETTON WOODS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Hauppauge), which scores notably higher. Another option is HARBOR COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Saint James), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, TACKAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Nesconset), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Smithtown, see our Smithtown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11787 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$141,505
Median Home Value
$642,200
Median Rent
$2,349/mo
Population
34,656
College Educated
50.5%
Homeownership
86.4%
Avg Commute
32.6 min
Poverty Rate
5.3%
Median Age
46.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dogwood Elementary School
What grades does Dogwood Elementary School serve?
Dogwood Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Dogwood Elementary School?
Dogwood Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 367 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dogwood Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Dogwood Elementary School is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dogwood Elementary School rank in NY?
Dogwood Elementary School ranks #1,441 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Dogwood Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Dogwood Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Dogwood Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dogwood Elementary School has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Dogwood Elementary School a charter school?
No, Dogwood Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dogwood Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Dogwood Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dogwood Elementary School?
8.2% of students at Dogwood 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 367
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 8.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.5%
- Phone
- (631) 382-4255
Resources & Links
District
SMITHTOWN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 7,705
- Schools in District
- 12
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $33,507
- District Rank
- #7 of 12
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