Very Good
#1432 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 30% in state
Guggenheim Elementary School
Elementary School · PORT WASHINGTON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
POPLAR PL, Port Washington, NY 11050
Enrollment
487
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
487
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,432 of 4,742
In Port Washington
#6 of 7
public schools
In district
#6 of 7
PORT WASHINGTON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Guggenheim Elementary School
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About Guggenheim Elementary School
Guggenheim Elementary School is a public elementary school in Port Washington, NY, part of PORT WASHINGTON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Guggenheim Elementary School serves approximately 487 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Guggenheim Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,432 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Guggenheim Elementary School show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 7.6
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Guggenheim Elementary School — Students at Guggenheim Elementary School score 63% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
17.5%
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: 6.3/10.
How Guggenheim Elementary School Compares
See how Guggenheim Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
POPLAR PL, Port Washington, NY 11050
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Guggenheim Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SEA CLIFF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.3/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Sea Cliff), which scores notably higher. Another option is E M BAKER SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Great Neck), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JOHN F KENNEDY SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Great Neck), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Port Washington, see our Port Washington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11050 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$153,819
Median Home Value
$990,800
Median Rent
$2,454/mo
Population
32,657
College Educated
66.6%
Homeownership
70%
Avg Commute
37.2 min
Poverty Rate
4.1%
Median Age
43.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Guggenheim Elementary School
What grades does Guggenheim Elementary School serve?
Guggenheim Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Guggenheim Elementary School?
Guggenheim Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 487 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Guggenheim Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Guggenheim Elementary School is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Guggenheim Elementary School rank in NY?
Guggenheim Elementary School ranks #1,432 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Guggenheim Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Guggenheim 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 Guggenheim Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Guggenheim Elementary School has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Guggenheim Elementary School a charter school?
No, Guggenheim Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Guggenheim Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Guggenheim Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Guggenheim Elementary School?
17.5% of students at Guggenheim 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
- 487
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 17.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Nassau County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.2%
- Phone
- (516) 767-5250
Resources & Links
District
PORT WASHINGTON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 5,384
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $30,985
- District Rank
- #6 of 7
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