Below Average
#4085 of 4,742 schools in NY
Lynwood Avenue School
Elementary School · SACHEM CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
50 LYNWOOD AVE, Farmingville, NY 11738
Enrollment
568
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
568
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,085 of 4,742
In Farmingville
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#13 of 15
SACHEM CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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About Lynwood Avenue School
Lynwood Avenue School is a public elementary school in Farmingville, NY, part of SACHEM CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Lynwood Avenue School serves approximately 568 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Lynwood Avenue School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #4,085 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Lynwood Avenue School show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 5.2
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at Lynwood Avenue 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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Lynwood Avenue School — Students at Lynwood Avenue School score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
44.5%
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: 2.6/10.
How Lynwood Avenue School Compares
See how Lynwood Avenue School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
50 LYNWOOD AVE, Farmingville, NY 11738
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lynwood Avenue School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. TAMARAC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Holbrook), which scores notably higher. Another option is STAGECOACH SCHOOL (rated 5.8/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Selden), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CHIPPEWA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.2/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Holtsville), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Farmingville, see our Farmingville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WAVERLY AVENUE SCHOOL Holtsville | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| SACHEM HIGH SCHOOL EAST Farmingville | 1.2 mi | 8.5 |
| SAGAMORE MIDDLE SCHOOL Holtsville | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| CHIPPEWA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Holtsville | 1.4 mi | 5.2 |
| NEW LANE MEMORIAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Selden | 2.3 mi | 2.4 |
| TAMARAC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Holbrook | 2.3 mi | 6.4 |
| BICYCLE PATH KINDERGARTEN-PRE K CENTER Selden | 2.5 mi | 4.1 |
| TREMONT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Medford | 2.6 mi | 3.6 |
| EAGLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Medford | 2.2 mi | 3.8 |
| OREGON MIDDLE SCHOOL Medford | 2.6 mi | 5.9 |
| JERICHO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Centereach | 2.7 mi | 4.9 |
| STAGECOACH SCHOOL Selden | 3.2 mi | 5.8 |
| NEWFIELD HIGH SCHOOL Selden | 3.0 mi | 7.9 |
| CANAAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Patchogue | 3.3 mi | 3.6 |
| NOKOMIS SCHOOL Holbrook | 2.6 mi | 4.6 |
| SENECA MIDDLE SCHOOL Holbrook | 3.0 mi | 5.9 |
| PATCHOGUE-MEDFORD HIGH SCHOOL Medford | 2.9 mi | 7.6 |
| HAWKINS PATH SCHOOL Selden | 3.4 mi | 4.0 |
| SELDEN MIDDLE SCHOOL Centereach | 3.3 mi | 5.5 |
| HOLBROOK ROAD SCHOOL Centereach | 2.9 mi | 4.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11738 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$139,008
Median Home Value
$455,000
Median Rent
$2,789/mo
Population
20,246
College Educated
31.9%
Homeownership
79.5%
Avg Commute
32.8 min
Poverty Rate
5.8%
Median Age
35.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BELMONT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Babylon, NY | 4.3 |
| CANDOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Candor, NY | 4.3 |
| CLIFFORD WISE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Medina, NY | 4.3 |
| DISCOVERY SCHOOL Buffalo, NY | 4.3 |
| EDWARD SMITH K-8 SCHOOL Syracuse, NY | 4.3 |
| FAIRLEY SCHOOL Hannibal, NY | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lynwood Avenue School
What grades does Lynwood Avenue School serve?
Lynwood Avenue School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Lynwood Avenue School?
Lynwood Avenue School has an enrollment of approximately 568 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lynwood Avenue School?
The student-teacher ratio at Lynwood Avenue School is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lynwood Avenue School rank in NY?
Lynwood Avenue School ranks #4,085 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Lynwood Avenue School's MySchoolScout rating?
Lynwood Avenue School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Lynwood Avenue School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lynwood Avenue School has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Lynwood Avenue School a charter school?
No, Lynwood Avenue School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lynwood Avenue School a Title I school?
No, Lynwood Avenue School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lynwood Avenue School?
44.5% of students at Lynwood Avenue 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
- 568
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 46
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 44.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.4%
- Phone
- (631) 696-8650
Resources & Links
District
SACHEM CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 11,729
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $29,505
- District Rank
- #13 of 15
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