Excellent
#220 of 4,739 schools in NY
Top 5% 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
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
533
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Port Washington
#1 of 7
public schools
New York elementary schools
#151 of 2,549
In district
#1 of 7
PORT WASHINGTON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic growth
9.0 / 10
Exceptional
About John Philip Sousa Elementary School
John Philip Sousa Elementary School is a public elementary school in Port Washington, NY, part of the PORT WASHINGTON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. The school serves approximately 533 students in grades Kindergarten – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 11.3:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.6/10, placing it in the 95.4th percentile among NY schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 82% proficiency in math, 34 points above the state average and 81% in reading/language arts, 24 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in student growth (9.0/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $153,819, where 67% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
Score Breakdown
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John Philip Sousa Elementary School — Students at John Philip Sousa Elementary School score 82% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 71%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
11.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY NYSED (2020-21)
Based on 10 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 9.0/10.
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
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 77% (2019) to 82% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 72% (2019) to 82% (2021).
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. SADDLE ROCK SCHOOL (rated 9.1/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Great Neck), which scores slightly higher. Another option is JOHN F KENNEDY SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Great Neck), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, SOUTH SALEM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 2.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. 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 | 8.2 |
| MY SPECTRUM CENTER East Port Washington | 0.5 mi | — |
| GUGGENHEIM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port Washington | 0.6 mi | 6.9 |
| HAPPY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Port Washington | 0.7 mi | — |
| JOHN J DALY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port Washington | 0.8 mi | 8.3 |
| CARRIE PALMER WEBER MIDDLE SCHOOL Port Washington | 1.8 mi | 6.7 |
| PAUL D SCHREIBER SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Port Washington | 1.8 mi | 7.5 |
| JOHN F KENNEDY SCHOOL Great Neck | 2.6 mi | 9.0 |
| SOUTH SALEM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port Washington | 2.5 mi | 8.4 |
| NORTH SHORE HEBREW ACADEMY Great Neck | 2.5 mi | 5.6 |
| E M BAKER SCHOOL Great Neck | 3.1 mi | 8.0 |
| VILLAGE SCHOOL Great Neck | 3.2 mi | 7.7 |
| MANHASSET MIDDLE SCHOOL Manhasset | 3.5 mi | 7.5 |
| MANHASSET SECONDARY SCHOOL Manhasset | 3.5 mi | 8.3 |
| GREEK LANGUAGE INSTITUTE Port Washington | 2.8 mi | 3.6 |
| GREAT NECK NORTH MIDDLE SCHOOL Great Neck | 3.4 mi | 7.6 |
| GREAT NECK NORTH HIGH SCHOOL Great Neck | 3.5 mi | 8.3 |
| MUNSEY PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Manhasset | 3.7 mi | 7.0 |
| MAGEN ISRAEL-GAN ISRAEL CENTER INC Great Neck | 4.3 mi | 6.3 |
| SADDLE ROCK SCHOOL Great Neck | 4.1 mi | 9.1 |
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
Community Profile
The community surrounding John Philip Sousa Elementary School has a median household income of $153,819. It is a well-educated community where 67% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $990,800, with a median rent of $2,454/month. The local poverty rate of 4.1% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 37 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ARROWHEAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Setauket, NY | 8.6 |
| BAYLIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plainview, NY | 8.6 |
| CENTER STREET SCHOOL Williston Park, NY | 8.6 |
| DOGWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Smithtown, NY | 8.6 |
| EAST MORICHES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Moriches, NY | 8.6 |
| FIFTH AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Northport, NY | 8.6 |
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 is ranked #220 out of 4,739 schools in NY.
What is John Philip Sousa Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
John Philip Sousa Elementary School has a composite rating of 8.6 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 John Philip Sousa Elementary School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, John Philip Sousa Elementary School has 82.2% math proficiency and 80.6% reading/ELA proficiency.
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.
Neighborhood Context
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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
- Phone
- (516) 767-5350
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
PORT WASHINGTON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 5,384
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $30,985
- District Rank
- #1 of 7
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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