Average
#2978 of 4,742 schools in NY
Manetuck Elementary School
Elementary School · WEST ISLIP UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
800 VAN BUREN AVE, West Islip, NY 11795
Enrollment
520
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
520
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,978 of 4,742
In West Islip
#7 of 7
public schools
In district
#7 of 7
WEST ISLIP UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Manetuck Elementary School
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About Manetuck Elementary School
Manetuck Elementary School is a public elementary school in West Islip, NY, part of WEST ISLIP UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Manetuck Elementary School serves approximately 520 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Manetuck Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,978 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Manetuck Elementary School show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 6.3
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Manetuck Elementary School — Students at Manetuck Elementary School score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
17.3%
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: 4.7/10.
How Manetuck Elementary School Compares
See how Manetuck Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
800 VAN BUREN AVE, West Islip, NY 11795
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Manetuck Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BABYLON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Babylon), which scores notably higher. Another option is PAUL J BELLEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, OQUENOCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in West Islip, see our West Islip schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11795 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$171,068
Median Home Value
$598,800
Median Rent
$2,660/mo
Population
25,063
College Educated
50.5%
Homeownership
95.7%
Avg Commute
30.9 min
Poverty Rate
2.4%
Median Age
39
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Manetuck Elementary School
What grades does Manetuck Elementary School serve?
Manetuck Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Manetuck Elementary School?
Manetuck Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 520 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Manetuck Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Manetuck Elementary School is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Manetuck Elementary School rank in NY?
Manetuck Elementary School ranks #2,978 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Manetuck Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Manetuck Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Manetuck Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Manetuck Elementary School has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Manetuck Elementary School a charter school?
No, Manetuck Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Manetuck Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Manetuck Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Manetuck Elementary School?
17.3% of students at Manetuck 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 520
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 17.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 6.7%
- Phone
- (631) 504-5640
Resources & Links
District
WEST ISLIP UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 3,907
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $32,206
- District Rank
- #7 of 7
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