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#1112 of 4,739 schools in NY

Top 23% in state

Forest Brook Elementary School

Elementary School · HAUPPAUGE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

PO BOX 6006, Hauppauge, NY 11788

Enrollment

366

Student-Teacher

8.7:1

Score

7.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Hauppauge

#2 of 5

public schools

New York elementary schools

#704 of 2,549

In district

#2 of 5

HAUPPAUGE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

9.6 / 10

Exceptional

About Forest Brook Elementary School

Forest Brook Elementary School serves 366 students from prekindergarten through fifth grade in Hauppauge, New York. With 42 full-time teachers, the school maintains an exceptionally low student-teacher ratio of 8.7:1, allowing for more individualized attention in the classroom. The school demonstrates strong academic performance, earning a MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranking #152 out of 4,758 elementary schools statewide, placing it in the 97th percentile.

Students consistently perform well on state assessments, with 76% achieving proficiency or above in English Language Arts and 77% meeting or exceeding standards in mathematics across all grade levels. Forest Brook Elementary operates as a regular public school in Suffolk County, benefiting from its location in an affluent suburban community. The surrounding neighborhood reflects a well-educated population, with 48% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher and a median household income of $139,903.

The area maintains a low poverty rate of 5.3%, and median home values of $617,200 indicate a stable, invested community. The school is situated in a large suburban setting that provides families with the advantages of spacious residential neighborhoods while maintaining access to educational resources and community amenities.

What Parents Should Know

With a student-teacher ratio of 8.7:1, Forest Brook Elementary School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.4Above Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change-1.06 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics7.9Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency74.5%
Reading/ELA Proficiency74.5%
Math vs. State Avg+21 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+13.6 pts
Overall Proficiency75%
Expected (poverty-adj.)69%
vs. Expected+6.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile69th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment9.6Exceptional20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio8.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$34,869

Forest Brook Elementary School — Students at Forest Brook Elementary School score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 68%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

20.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY NYSED (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 77.5%
School
State
48.1%
ELA Proficiency 75.6%
School
State
57.0%

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.

2019
Math
82%
ELA
74.5%
2021*
Math
76.4%
ELA
75.9%

* 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: 6.4/10.

How Forest Brook Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.5/10
77th percentile in NY
Academic
7.9/10
7.9/10
Growth
6.4/10
Above average
Environment
9.6/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
21%
Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
42 teachers

Location

PO BOX 6006, Hauppauge, NY 11788

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Forest Brook Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PARKVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.1/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Kings Park), which scores notably higher. Another option is SMITHTOWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Smithtown), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DOGWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Smithtown), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hauppauge, see our Hauppauge schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.2 mi
School Distance Rating
HAUPPAUGE HIGH SCHOOL Hauppauge 1.0 mi 7.2
SMITHTOWN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Smithtown 1.1 mi 7.3
SMITHTOWN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Smithtown 1.1 mi 6.7
HAUPPAUGE MIDDLE SCHOOL Hauppauge 0.9 mi 7.0
BRETTON WOODS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hauppauge 1.5 mi 7.9
MOUNT PLEASANT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Smithtown 1.2 mi 7.8
SMITHTOWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Smithtown 1.6 mi 8.8
DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES INSTITUTE Smithtown 1.8 mi 7.5
CENTRAL ISLIP SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Central Islip 2.5 mi 5.0
PINES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hauppauge 1.9 mi 7.2
ACCOMPSETT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Smithtown 2.4 mi 6.8
RALPH REED SCHOOL Central Islip 2.6 mi 4.8
DOGWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Smithtown 2.4 mi 8.6
ACCOMPSETT MIDDLE SCHOOL Smithtown 2.5 mi 5.4
ANTHONY ALFANO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Central Islip 2.9 mi 7.7
SMITHTOWN HIGH SCHOOL-WEST Smithtown 2.6 mi 8.3
CHARLES A MULLIGAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Central Islip 2.9 mi 5.1
ANDREW T MORROW SCHOOL Islandia 2.6 mi 7.3
OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE EAST Central Islip 3.3 mi 5.2
PARKVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kings Park 3.2 mi 9.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11788 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$148,946

Median Home Value

$635,700

Median Rent

$2,689/mo

Population

17,092

College Educated

49.7%

Homeownership

83.5%

Avg Commute

30.7 min

Poverty Rate

4.5%

Median Age

42.6

Community Profile

The community surrounding Forest Brook Elementary School has a median household income of $148,946. It is a well-educated community where 50% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $635,700, with a median rent of $2,689/month. The local poverty rate of 4.5% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 31 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Forest Brook Elementary School

What grades does Forest Brook Elementary School serve?

Forest Brook Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Forest Brook Elementary School?

Forest Brook Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 366 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Forest Brook Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Forest Brook Elementary School is 8.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Forest Brook Elementary School rank in NY?

Forest Brook Elementary School is ranked #1112 out of 4,739 schools in NY.

What is Forest Brook Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Forest Brook Elementary School has a composite rating of 7.5 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Forest Brook Elementary School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Forest Brook Elementary School has 77.5% math proficiency and 75.6% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Forest Brook Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Forest Brook Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

20.5% of students at Forest Brook 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
6 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable
County Safety
Low (3/100K)

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
366
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
42
Free/Reduced Lunch
20.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Suffolk County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

HAUPPAUGE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
3,215
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$37,635
District Rank
#2 of 5

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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