Excellent
#732 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 15% in state
John Philip Sousa Elementary School
Elementary School · PORT WASHINGTON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
101 SANDS POINT RD, Port Washington, NY 11050
Enrollment
533
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
533
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#732 of 4,742
In Port Washington
#3 of 7
public schools
In district
#3 of 7
PORT WASHINGTON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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About John Philip Sousa Elementary School
John Philip Sousa Elementary School is a public elementary school in Port Washington, NY, part of PORT WASHINGTON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. John Philip Sousa Elementary School serves approximately 533 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. John Philip Sousa Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #732 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for John Philip Sousa Elementary School show 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- District avg 7.6
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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John Philip Sousa Elementary School — Students at John Philip Sousa Elementary School score 72% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
11.6%
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: 7.3/10.
How John Philip Sousa Elementary School Compares
See how John Philip Sousa Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
101 SANDS POINT RD, Port Washington, NY 11050
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John Philip Sousa Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. E M BAKER SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Great Neck), which scores slightly higher. Another option is JOHN F KENNEDY SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Great Neck), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, SADDLE ROCK SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 4.1 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 4.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MANORHAVEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port Washington | 0.2 mi | 7.0 |
| MY SPECTRUM CENTER East Port Washington | 0.5 mi | — |
| GUGGENHEIM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port Washington | 0.6 mi | 7.3 |
| HAPPY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Port Washington | 0.7 mi | — |
| JOHN J DALY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port Washington | 0.8 mi | 8.2 |
| CARRIE PALMER WEBER MIDDLE SCHOOL Port Washington | 1.8 mi | 7.9 |
| PAUL D SCHREIBER SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Port Washington | 1.8 mi | 8.9 |
| JOHN F KENNEDY SCHOOL Great Neck | 2.6 mi | 8.7 |
| SOUTH SALEM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port Washington | 2.5 mi | 7.4 |
| NORTH SHORE HEBREW ACADEMY Great Neck | 2.5 mi | 5.6 |
| E M BAKER SCHOOL Great Neck | 3.1 mi | 8.9 |
| VILLAGE SCHOOL Great Neck | 3.2 mi | 6.0 |
| MANHASSET MIDDLE SCHOOL Manhasset | 3.5 mi | 8.8 |
| MANHASSET SECONDARY SCHOOL Manhasset | 3.5 mi | 9.1 |
| GREEK LANGUAGE INSTITUTE Port Washington | 2.8 mi | 3.6 |
| GREAT NECK NORTH MIDDLE SCHOOL Great Neck | 3.4 mi | 8.7 |
| GREAT NECK NORTH HIGH SCHOOL Great Neck | 3.5 mi | 8.8 |
| MUNSEY PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Manhasset | 3.7 mi | 8.0 |
| MAGEN ISRAEL-GAN ISRAEL CENTER INC Great Neck | 4.3 mi | 6.3 |
| SADDLE ROCK SCHOOL Great Neck | 4.1 mi | 8.6 |
Neighborhood 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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|---|---|
| AMBER CHARTER SCHOOL KINGSBRIDGE Bronx, NY | 8.0 |
| ANDERSON SCHOOL (THE) New York, NY | 8.0 |
| BEDFORD ROAD SCHOOL Pleasantville, NY | 8.0 |
| BROOKLYN ARBOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 8.0 |
| CHATTERTON SCHOOL Merrick, NY | 8.0 |
| COMAN HILL SCHOOL Armonk, NY | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John Philip Sousa Elementary School
What grades does John Philip Sousa Elementary School serve?
John Philip Sousa Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend John Philip Sousa Elementary School?
John Philip Sousa Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 533 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John Philip Sousa Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at John Philip Sousa Elementary School is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John Philip Sousa Elementary School rank in NY?
John Philip Sousa Elementary School ranks #732 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is John Philip Sousa Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
John Philip Sousa Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Philip Sousa Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John Philip Sousa Elementary School has 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is John Philip Sousa Elementary School a charter school?
No, John Philip Sousa Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John Philip Sousa Elementary School a Title I school?
No, John Philip Sousa Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John Philip Sousa Elementary School?
11.6% of students at John Philip Sousa 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 533
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 47
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 11.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Nassau County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.7%
- Phone
- (516) 767-5350
Resources & Links
District
PORT WASHINGTON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 5,384
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $30,985
- District Rank
- #3 of 7
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