Needs Improvement
#4289 of 4,742 schools in NY
John S Hobart Elementary School
Elementary School · WILLIAM FLOYD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
230 VAN BUREN ST, Shirley, NY 11967
Enrollment
784
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
784
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,289 of 4,742
In Shirley
#4 of 4
public schools
In district
#9 of 9
WILLIAM FLOYD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
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John S Hobart Elementary School
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About John S Hobart Elementary School
John S Hobart Elementary School is a public elementary school in Shirley, NY, part of WILLIAM FLOYD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. John S Hobart Elementary School serves approximately 784 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. John S Hobart Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #4,289 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for John S Hobart Elementary School show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.1
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
48% of students at John S Hobart 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
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John S Hobart Elementary School — Students at John S Hobart Elementary School score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
60.6%
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: 3.0/10.
How John S Hobart Elementary School Compares
See how John S Hobart Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
230 VAN BUREN ST, Shirley, NY 11967
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John S Hobart Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WILLIAM FLOYD LEARNING CENTER (rated 8.0/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SOUTH STREET SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Manorville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DAYTON AVENUE SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Manorville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Shirley, see our Shirley schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11967 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$106,810
Median Home Value
$386,300
Median Rent
$2,157/mo
Population
27,266
College Educated
18.1%
Homeownership
91.3%
Avg Commute
34.3 min
Poverty Rate
7.9%
Median Age
41
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John S Hobart Elementary School
What grades does John S Hobart Elementary School serve?
John S Hobart Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend John S Hobart Elementary School?
John S Hobart Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 784 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John S Hobart Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at John S Hobart Elementary School is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John S Hobart Elementary School rank in NY?
John S Hobart Elementary School ranks #4,289 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is John S Hobart Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
John S Hobart Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 S Hobart Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John S Hobart Elementary School has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is John S Hobart Elementary School a charter school?
No, John S Hobart Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John S Hobart Elementary School a Title I school?
No, John S Hobart Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John S Hobart Elementary School?
60.6% of students at John S Hobart 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
- 784
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 62
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 60.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 47.7%
- Phone
- (631) 874-1295
Resources & Links
District
WILLIAM FLOYD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 9,417
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $29,684
- District Rank
- #9 of 9
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