Very Good
#1606 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 34% in state
Elwood Middle School
Middle School · ELWOOD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
478 ELWOOD RD, Elwood, NY 11731
Enrollment
445
Student-Teacher
9.1:1
Score
7.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
445
Student-Teacher
9.1:1
Score
7.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,606 of 4,742
In Elwood
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#4 of 4
ELWOOD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Elwood Middle School
Elwood Middle School is a public middle school in Elwood, NY, part of ELWOOD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Elwood Middle School serves approximately 445 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 9.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Elwood Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,606 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Elwood Middle School show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 9.1:1 students to teachers, Elwood Middle School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Elwood Middle School — Students at Elwood Middle School score 58% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
24%
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: 5.3/10.
How Elwood Middle School Compares
See how Elwood Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
478 ELWOOD RD, Elwood, NY 11731
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Elwood Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. COMMACK MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Commack), which scores slightly higher. Another option is OLDFIELD MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Greenlawn), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, NORTHPORT MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Northport), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Elwood, see our Elwood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11731 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$158,819
Median Home Value
$622,100
Median Rent
$2,261/mo
Population
29,891
College Educated
51%
Homeownership
91.3%
Avg Commute
36.3 min
Poverty Rate
4.4%
Median Age
46.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Elwood Middle School
What grades does Elwood Middle School serve?
Elwood Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Elwood Middle School?
Elwood Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 445 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Elwood Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Elwood Middle School is 9.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Elwood Middle School rank in NY?
Elwood Middle School ranks #1,606 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Elwood Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Elwood Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Elwood Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Elwood Middle School has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Elwood Middle School a charter school?
No, Elwood Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Elwood Middle School a Title I school?
No, Elwood Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Elwood Middle School?
24.0% of students at Elwood Middle 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 445
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 49
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 24.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 9.2%
- Phone
- (631) 266-5420
Resources & Links
District
ELWOOD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,978
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $32,104
- District Rank
- #4 of 4
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