Excellent
#559 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 12% in state
John J Daly Elementary School
Elementary School · PORT WASHINGTON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
36 ROCKWOOD AVE, Port Washington, NY 11050
Enrollment
499
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
499
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#559 of 4,742
In Port Washington
#2 of 7
public schools
In district
#2 of 7
PORT WASHINGTON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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John J Daly Elementary School
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About John J Daly Elementary School
John J Daly Elementary School is a public elementary school in Port Washington, NY, part of PORT WASHINGTON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. John J Daly Elementary School serves approximately 499 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. John J Daly Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #559 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for John J Daly Elementary School show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- District avg 7.6
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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John J Daly Elementary School — Students at John J Daly Elementary School score 67% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
12%
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: 7.8/10.
How John J Daly Elementary School Compares
See how John J Daly Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
36 ROCKWOOD AVE, Port Washington, NY 11050
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John J Daly Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SEA CLIFF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.3/10, 2.8 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 slightly higher. Additionally, JOHN F KENNEDY SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Great Neck), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Port Washington, see our Port Washington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 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 John J Daly Elementary School
What grades does John J Daly Elementary School serve?
John J Daly Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend John J Daly Elementary School?
John J Daly Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 499 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John J Daly Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at John J Daly 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 John J Daly Elementary School rank in NY?
John J Daly Elementary School ranks #559 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is John J Daly Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
John J Daly Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 John J Daly Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John J Daly Elementary School has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is John J Daly Elementary School a charter school?
No, John J Daly Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John J Daly Elementary School a Title I school?
No, John J Daly Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John J Daly Elementary School?
12.0% of students at John J Daly 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 499
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 12.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Nassau County
- Phone
- (516) 767-5200
Resources & Links
District
PORT WASHINGTON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 5,384
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $30,985
- District Rank
- #2 of 7
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