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#3990 of 4,742 schools in NY

Greenport Elementary School

Elementary School · GREENPORT UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

720 FRONT ST, Greenport, NY 11944

Enrollment

326

Student-Teacher

12.5:1

Score

4.4

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#3,990 of 4,742

In Greenport

#1 of 2

public schools

In district

#1 of 2

GREENPORT UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

7.0 / 10

Very Good

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4.4/10

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About Greenport Elementary School

Greenport Elementary School is a public elementary school in Greenport, NY, part of GREENPORT UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Greenport Elementary School serves approximately 326 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Greenport Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #3,990 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Greenport Elementary School show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.5 pts below NY schools
  • This school 4.4 · Below Average
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

35% of students at Greenport 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 Progress3.8Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.2 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.6Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency23.9% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency28.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-29.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-32.2 pts
Overall Proficiency26% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-21.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile17th
Resources & Environment7.0Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$28,445
Chronic Absenteeism35.3%

Greenport Elementary School — Students at Greenport Elementary School score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

61.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 44.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
45.9% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 43.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
58.4% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 36 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
92%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
27%
ELA
22%
2013
Math
32%
ELA
22%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
22%
2015
Math
34.5%
ELA
22%
2016
Math
24.5%
ELA
15%
2017
Math
24.5%
ELA
15%
2018
Math
44.5%
ELA
34.5%
2019
Math
44.5%
ELA
34.5%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
49%
ELA
62.2%
2022
Math
23.9%
ELA
28.7%

* 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: 3.8/10.

How Greenport Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
4.4/10
16th percentile in NY
Academic
3.6/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
3.8/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.0/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
62%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
35.3%

Location

720 FRONT ST, Greenport, NY 11944

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Greenport Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Daisy Ingraham School (rated 8.2/10, 13.3 miles away, in nearby Westbrook), which scores notably higher. Another option is Kathleen E. Goodwin School (rated 8.1/10, 12.8 miles away, in nearby Old Saybrook), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MATTITUCK-CUTCHOGUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 7.4 miles away, in nearby Cutchogue), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Greenport, see our Greenport schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 13.3 mi
School Distance Rating
GREENPORT HIGH SCHOOL Greenport 0.0 mi 4.0
SHELTER ISLAND SCHOOL Shelter Island 2.8 mi 5.4
SOUTHOLD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Southold 4.3 mi 4.4
SOUTHOLD JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Southold 4.3 mi 5.9
OYSTERPONDS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Orient 4.7 mi 5.9
MATTITUCK-CUTCHOGUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cutchogue 7.4 mi 7.5
SAG HARBOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sag Harbor 8.4 mi 6.0
PIERSON MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL Sag Harbor 8.5 mi 7.5
HARBOR WALDORF SCHOOL Sag Harbor 8.7 mi
NEW SUFFOLK SCHOOL New Suffolk 9.3 mi
THE HAYGROUND SCHOOL Bridgehampton 11.4 mi 6.5
BRIDGEHAMPTON SCHOOL Bridgehampton 11.9 mi 5.6
ROSS SCHOOL East Hampton 11.3 mi 9.0
Kathleen E. Goodwin School Old Saybrook 12.8 mi 8.1
Old Saybrook Middle School Old Saybrook 13.0 mi 7.7
Old Saybrook Senior High School Old Saybrook 13.0 mi 7.6
MATTITUCK JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Mattituck 11.0 mi 7.3
ST JOHN SCHOOL Old Saybrook 13.2 mi 4.6
SAGAPONACK SCHOOL Sagaponack 12.8 mi
Daisy Ingraham School Westbrook 13.3 mi 8.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11944 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$79,917

Median Home Value

$822,200

Median Rent

$2,048/mo

Population

4,744

College Educated

43.5%

Homeownership

63.5%

Avg Commute

25.3 min

Poverty Rate

9.4%

Median Age

52.2

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
CENTRAL VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Central Valley, NY 4.4
CLINTON AVENUE SCHOOL Port Jefferson Station, NY 4.4
CONGREGATION BNOS CHAYA Brooklyn, NY 4.4
DELAWARE PRIMARY SCHOOL Syracuse, NY 4.4
DRAKE SCHOOL North Tonawanda, NY 4.4
GORHAM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Stanley, NY 4.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Greenport Elementary School

What grades does Greenport Elementary School serve?

Greenport Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Greenport Elementary School?

Greenport Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 326 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Greenport Elementary School is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Greenport Elementary School rank in NY?

Greenport Elementary School ranks #3,990 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Greenport Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Greenport Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 Greenport Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Greenport Elementary School has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Greenport Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Greenport Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

61.7% of students at Greenport 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
63 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
74 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
326
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Free/Reduced Lunch
61.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Suffolk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
35.3%

District

GREENPORT UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
673
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$28,445
District Rank
#1 of 2

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