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Lincoln Avenue Elementary School

Elementary School · SAYVILLE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

440 LINCOLN AVE, Sayville, NY 11782

Enrollment

414

Student-Teacher

11.2:1

Score

5.2

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#3,432 of 4,742

In Sayville

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#4 of 5

SAYVILLE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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Lincoln Avenue Elementary School

5.2/10

Elementary School in Sayville · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.1/10

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4.1/10

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About Lincoln Avenue Elementary School

Lincoln Avenue Elementary School is a public elementary school in Sayville, NY, part of SAYVILLE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Lincoln Avenue Elementary School serves approximately 414 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Lincoln Avenue Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #3,432 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Lincoln Avenue Elementary School show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • District avg 5.2
  • NY avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.1Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.08 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.5Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37.9% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency38.1% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-15.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-22.8 pts
Overall Proficiency38% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)64% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-25.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile26th
Resources & Environment9.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$35,014
Chronic Absenteeism19.3%

Lincoln Avenue Elementary School — Students at Lincoln Avenue Elementary School score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

14.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 61.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 59.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.0% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
98%
ELA
89%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
73%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
74%
2012
Math
48%
ELA
42%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
41%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
72%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
50.5%
ELA
64.5%
2022
Math
37.9%
ELA
38.1%

* 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: 4.1/10.

How Lincoln Avenue Elementary School Compares

See how Lincoln Avenue Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.2/10
28th percentile in NY
Academic
4.5/10
Below Average
Growth
4.1/10
Below Average
Environment
9.2/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
15%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
37 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.3%

Location

440 LINCOLN AVE, Sayville, NY 11782

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lincoln Avenue Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SYLVAN AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Bayport), which scores notably higher. Another option is BLUE POINT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Blue Point), which scores notably higher. Additionally, EDWARD J BOSTI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Bohemia), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sayville, see our Sayville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.5 mi
School Distance Rating
SAYVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Sayville 0.5 mi 8.1
SUNRISE DRIVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sayville 0.7 mi 4.1
CHERRY AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Sayville 1.1 mi 6.4
SAYVILLE HIGH SCHOOL West Sayville 1.3 mi 8.9
EDWARD J BOSTI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bohemia 1.3 mi 7.4
WEST SAYVILLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL West Sayville 1.7 mi 7.2
ACADEMY STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bayport 1.6 mi 6.3
JOHN PEARL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bohemia 1.7 mi 5.2
BAYPORT-BLUE POINT HIGH SCHOOL Bayport 1.7 mi 9.0
GRUNDY AVENUE SCHOOL Holbrook 2.4 mi 4.2
SYLVAN AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bayport 1.8 mi 8.7
JAMES WILSON YOUNG MIDDLE SCHOOL Bayport 1.9 mi 7.1
SYCAMORE AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bohemia 1.9 mi 4.4
MERRIMAC SCHOOL Holbrook 2.6 mi 5.8
OAKDALE-BOHEMIA MIDDLE SCHOOL Oakdale 2.4 mi 7.6
BLUE POINT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Blue Point 2.5 mi 7.6
SENECA MIDDLE SCHOOL Holbrook 3.6 mi 5.9
RIVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Patchogue 3.3 mi 5.0
TAMARAC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Holbrook 4.0 mi 6.4
CONNETQUOT HIGH SCHOOL Bohemia 3.5 mi 8.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11782 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$144,786

Median Home Value

$614,300

Median Rent

$2,338/mo

Population

14,537

College Educated

55.3%

Homeownership

76.3%

Avg Commute

31.6 min

Poverty Rate

5.9%

Median Age

44.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lincoln Avenue Elementary School

What grades does Lincoln Avenue Elementary School serve?

Lincoln Avenue Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Lincoln Avenue Elementary School?

Lincoln Avenue Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 414 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lincoln Avenue Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Lincoln Avenue Elementary School is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lincoln Avenue Elementary School rank in NY?

Lincoln Avenue Elementary School ranks #3,432 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Lincoln Avenue Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Lincoln Avenue Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Lincoln Avenue Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lincoln Avenue Elementary School has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Lincoln Avenue Elementary School a charter school?

No, Lincoln Avenue Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Lincoln Avenue Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Lincoln Avenue Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lincoln Avenue Elementary School?

14.5% of students at Lincoln Avenue 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
22 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
414
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Free/Reduced Lunch
14.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Suffolk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.3%

District

SAYVILLE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
2,643
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$35,014
District Rank
#4 of 5

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