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Lafrancis Hardiman Elementary School
Elementary School · WYANDANCH UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
792 MOUNT AVE, Wyandanch, NY 11798
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on NY statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
627
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
627
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,174 of 4,742
In Wyandanch
#4 of 5
public schools
In district
#3 of 4
WYANDANCH UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
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Lafrancis Hardiman Elementary School
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About Lafrancis Hardiman Elementary School
Lafrancis Hardiman Elementary School is a public elementary school in Wyandanch, NY, part of WYANDANCH UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Lafrancis Hardiman Elementary School serves approximately 627 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Lafrancis Hardiman Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #3,174 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 5.3
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
50% of students at Lafrancis Hardiman 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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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
85.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Lafrancis Hardiman Elementary School Compares
See how Lafrancis Hardiman Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
792 MOUNT AVE, Wyandanch, NY 11798
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lafrancis Hardiman Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PAUMANOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Dix Hills), which scores notably higher. Another option is SANTAPOGUE SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby West Babylon), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MAY MOORE PRIMARY SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Deer Park), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Wyandanch, see our Wyandanch schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 miSimilar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| AQUEBOGUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Aquebogue, NY | 5.5 |
| BARTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Patchogue, NY | 5.5 |
| BAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Patchogue, NY | 5.5 |
| BUFFALO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL OF TECHNOLOGY Buffalo, NY | 5.5 |
| CENTRAL PARK EAST II New York, NY | 5.5 |
| CHENANGO FORKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Binghamton, NY | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lafrancis Hardiman Elementary School
What grades does Lafrancis Hardiman Elementary School serve?
Lafrancis Hardiman Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Lafrancis Hardiman Elementary School?
Lafrancis Hardiman Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 627 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lafrancis Hardiman Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Lafrancis Hardiman Elementary School is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lafrancis Hardiman Elementary School rank in NY?
Lafrancis Hardiman Elementary School ranks #3,174 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Lafrancis Hardiman Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Lafrancis Hardiman Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Lafrancis Hardiman Elementary School a charter school?
No, Lafrancis Hardiman Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lafrancis Hardiman Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Lafrancis Hardiman Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lafrancis Hardiman Elementary School?
85.8% of students at Lafrancis Hardiman 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
- Pre-K – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 627
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 50.4%
- Phone
- (631) 870-0580
Resources & Links
District
WYANDANCH UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 2,770
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $30,070
- District Rank
- #3 of 4
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