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#2060 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 43% in state

Marguerite L Mulvey School

Elementary School · CENTRAL ISLIP UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

44 E CHERRY ST, Central Islip, NY 11722

Enrollment

532

Student-Teacher

13:1

Score

6.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#2,060 of 4,742

In Central Islip

#4 of 7

public schools

In district

#4 of 8

CENTRAL ISLIP UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

Academic growth

7.3 / 10

Very Good

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Marguerite L Mulvey School

6.6/10

Elementary School in Central Islip · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.7/10

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About Marguerite L Mulvey School

Marguerite L Mulvey School is a public elementary school in Central Islip, NY, part of CENTRAL ISLIP UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Marguerite L Mulvey School serves approximately 532 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Marguerite L Mulvey School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,060 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Marguerite L Mulvey School show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • District avg 6.3
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

37% of students at Marguerite L Mulvey 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.3Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.72 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics5.2Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency30% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency34.3% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-23.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-26.6 pts
Overall Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-9.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile34th
Resources & Environment6.8Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13:1
Per-Pupil Spending$30,304
Chronic Absenteeism37.2%

Marguerite L Mulvey School — Students at Marguerite L Mulvey School score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

80.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 29.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
45.9% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 31.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
58.4% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 36 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
85%
ELA
57%
2010
Math
36%
ELA
29%
2011
Math
38%
ELA
32%
2012
Math
10%
ELA
12%
2013
Math
15%
ELA
9%
2014
Math
17%
ELA
10%
2015
Math
25%
ELA
21%
2016
Math
25%
ELA
24%
2017
Math
29%
ELA
28%
2018
Math
30%
ELA
28%
2019
Math
30%
ELA
28%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
41%
2021*
Math
27.8%
ELA
40.8%
2022
Math
30%
ELA
34.3%

* 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: 7.3/10.

How Marguerite L Mulvey School Compares

See how Marguerite L Mulvey School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.6/10
57th percentile in NY
Academic
5.2/10
Average
Growth
7.3/10
Very Good
Environment
6.8/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
81%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
41 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
37.2%

Location

44 E CHERRY ST, Central Islip, NY 11722

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Marguerite L Mulvey School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BRETTON WOODS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Hauppauge), which scores notably higher. Another option is WING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Islip), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ANTHONY ALFANO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Central Islip, see our Central Islip schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
FRANCIS J O'NEILL SCHOOL Central Islip 0.0 mi 6.7
CHARLES A MULLIGAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Central Islip 1.1 mi 5.1
OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE EAST Central Islip 1.0 mi 5.2
RALPH REED SCHOOL Central Islip 1.4 mi 5.4
CORDELLO AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Central Islip 1.2 mi 6.1
ANTHONY ALFANO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Central Islip 1.5 mi 7.4
CONNETQUOT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Islip Terrace 1.7 mi 3.8
RUTH C KINNEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Islip Terrace 1.8 mi 5.0
ANDREW T MORROW SCHOOL Islandia 1.8 mi 6.1
CENTRAL ISLIP SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Central Islip 1.7 mi 6.8
EAST ISLIP MIDDLE SCHOOL Islip Terrace 2.1 mi 6.7
EAST ISLIP HIGH SCHOOL Islip Terrace 2.1 mi 8.8
NYSARC INC-SUFFOLK CHAPTER Bohemia 2.0 mi 5.5
BRETTON WOODS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hauppauge 2.6 mi 9.0
CONNETQUOT HIGH SCHOOL Bohemia 2.3 mi 8.7
HAUPPAUGE HIGH SCHOOL Hauppauge 3.1 mi 8.6
SOUTHEAST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brentwood 2.6 mi 4.0
HAUPPAUGE MIDDLE SCHOOL Hauppauge 3.2 mi 6.9
WING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Islip 3.0 mi 7.5
EAST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brentwood 2.5 mi 4.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11722 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$110,365

Median Home Value

$407,100

Median Rent

$2,094/mo

Population

38,443

College Educated

18.4%

Homeownership

77%

Avg Commute

27.7 min

Poverty Rate

9.3%

Median Age

34.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Marguerite L Mulvey School

What grades does Marguerite L Mulvey School serve?

Marguerite L Mulvey School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Marguerite L Mulvey School?

Marguerite L Mulvey School has an enrollment of approximately 532 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Marguerite L Mulvey School?

The student-teacher ratio at Marguerite L Mulvey 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 Marguerite L Mulvey School rank in NY?

Marguerite L Mulvey School ranks #2,060 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Marguerite L Mulvey School's MySchoolScout rating?

Marguerite L Mulvey School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Marguerite L Mulvey School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Marguerite L Mulvey School has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Marguerite L Mulvey School a charter school?

No, Marguerite L Mulvey School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Marguerite L Mulvey School a Title I school?

No, Marguerite L Mulvey School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Marguerite L Mulvey School?

80.5% of students at Marguerite L Mulvey 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
28 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
532
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Free/Reduced Lunch
80.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Suffolk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
37.2%

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