Below Average
#3871 of 4,742 schools in NY
Marion G Vedder Elementary School
Elementary School · NORTH BABYLON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
794 DEER PARK AVE, North Babylon, NY 11703
Enrollment
409
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
409
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,871 of 4,742
In North Babylon
#4 of 7
public schools
In district
#4 of 7
NORTH BABYLON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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Marion G Vedder Elementary School
Elementary School in North Babylon · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Marion G Vedder Elementary School
Marion G Vedder Elementary School is a public elementary school in North Babylon, NY, part of NORTH BABYLON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Marion G Vedder Elementary School serves approximately 409 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Marion G Vedder Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #3,871 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Marion G Vedder Elementary School show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 4.5
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at Marion G Vedder 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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Marion G Vedder Elementary School — Students at Marion G Vedder Elementary School score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
44.3%
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: 4.3/10.
How Marion G Vedder Elementary School Compares
See how Marion G Vedder Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
794 DEER PARK AVE, North Babylon, NY 11703
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Marion G Vedder Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BABYLON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Babylon), which scores notably higher. Another option is BABYLON MEMORIAL GRADE SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Babylon), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MAY MOORE PRIMARY SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Deer Park), which scores notably higher. For more schools in North Babylon, see our North Babylon schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11703 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$130,140
Median Home Value
$469,900
Median Rent
$2,206/mo
Population
17,205
College Educated
34.5%
Homeownership
85.3%
Avg Commute
32.7 min
Poverty Rate
3.9%
Median Age
43.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Marion G Vedder Elementary School
What grades does Marion G Vedder Elementary School serve?
Marion G Vedder Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Marion G Vedder Elementary School?
Marion G Vedder Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 409 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Marion G Vedder Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Marion G Vedder Elementary School is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Marion G Vedder Elementary School rank in NY?
Marion G Vedder Elementary School ranks #3,871 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Marion G Vedder Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Marion G Vedder Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Marion G Vedder Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Marion G Vedder Elementary School has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Marion G Vedder Elementary School a charter school?
No, Marion G Vedder Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Marion G Vedder Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Marion G Vedder Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Marion G Vedder Elementary School?
44.3% of students at Marion G Vedder 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
- 409
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 44.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.5%
- Phone
- (631) 620-7605
Resources & Links
District
NORTH BABYLON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 4,691
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,617
- District Rank
- #4 of 7
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