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#3522 of 4,742 schools in NY
Martin Luther King Elementary School
Elementary School · Wyandanch Union Free School District · Wyandanch, NY
A Wyandanch Union Free School District elementary school where students score 21 points below what's typical for similar communities.
792 MOUNT AVE, Wyandanch, NY 11798
- Math 16% proficient (2022)
- Reading 24% proficient (2022)
- 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
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Students at Martin Luther King Elementary School score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
2022 EdFacts proficiency
Most recent published year. School vs. NY average.
Trend
↓ DecliningProficiency has fallen 6 points since 2019, to 20% in 2022, across a 14-year record (2009–2022).
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Multi-year averages used by the rating model: math 28% (multi-year average, 2009-2022) · reading/ELA 25% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments and EdFacts (NCES).
Equity & diversity
Shown separately, not included in the overall scoreFree/reduced lunch
83.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
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Getting around & local context
- Walk 53Somewhat Walkable
- Bike 46Somewhat Bikeable
- County Safety: Low3/100K
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Source period: 2024. A newer release may be available.
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Nearby same-level schools
4 from a 5-mile search; district fallback available
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Academy Charter School 2 (the)Charter · enrollment unverified | 6.6 | K–3 | 0.5 mi | 191 | Compare → |
| Belmont Elementary SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 4.3 | K–5 | 1.2 mi | 372 | Compare → |
| Woods Road Elementary SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 4.3 | K–5 | 1.7 mi | 334 | Compare → |
| Santapogue SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 7.4 | PK–5 | 1.8 mi | 356 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Charter · enrollment unverified: Potential charter option; enrollment requirements have not been verified.
Enrollment path unverified: Potential public school; its attendance or application path has not been classified.
Wyandanch Union Free School District
- Schools in district
- 4
- Rank in district
- #4 of 4
- District spending per student
- $30,070NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
- District child poverty rate
- 15.1%Census SAIPE · 2024
Martin Luther King Elementary School is listed in WYANDANCH UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT; a district label does not verify attendance for an address.
About Martin Luther King Elementary School
Martin Luther King Elementary School is a public elementary school in Wyandanch, NY, part of Wyandanch Union Free School District, serving approximately 614 students in grades 3rd-5th with a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #3,522 of 4,742 schools in NY. State assessment records show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Martin Luther King Elementary School
What grades does Martin Luther King Elementary School serve?
Martin Luther King Elementary School serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.
How many students attend Martin Luther King Elementary School?
Martin Luther King Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 614 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Martin Luther King Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Martin Luther King Elementary School is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Martin Luther King Elementary School rank in NY?
Martin Luther King Elementary School ranks #3,522 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Martin Luther King Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Martin Luther King Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Martin Luther King Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Martin Luther King Elementary School has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Martin Luther King Elementary School a charter school?
No, Martin Luther King Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Martin Luther King Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Martin Luther King Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Martin Luther King Elementary School?
83.4% of students at Martin Luther King 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.
School factsNCES Common Core of Data (CCD) (SY 2023–24)
- Grades
- 3rd – 5th
- Enrollment
- 614
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 50.2%
- Phone
- (631) 870-0555
Official sources & links
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) · SY 2023–24 · Medium confidence
- Source period: SY 2023–24. A newer release may be available.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Math proficiency
- State department of education · 2022 EdFacts · Low confidence
- Older source: 2022 EdFacts. Use as historical context.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Reading/ELA proficiency
- State department of education · 2022 EdFacts · Low confidence
- Older source: 2022 EdFacts. Use as historical context.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Student progress (growth)
- NCES EdFacts · Mixed source periods · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as the fitted year-over-year slope of proficiency from multi-year assessment records.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments multi-year average, 2009-2022; directory SY 2023–24
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