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#2417 of 4,742 schools in NY
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Mary G Clarkson School
Elementary School · BAY SHORE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
1415 E 3RD AVE, Bay Shore, NY 11706
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 8 schools in Bay Shore. Learn more
Enrollment
492
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Enrollment
492
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,417 of 4,742
In Bay Shore
#3 of 11
public schools
In district
#3 of 7
BAY SHORE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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Mary G Clarkson School
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About Mary G Clarkson School
Mary G Clarkson School is a public elementary school in Bay Shore, NY, part of BAY SHORE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Mary G Clarkson School serves approximately 492 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-2nd, and has a 8.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Mary G Clarkson School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,417 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Based on limited data: 44% component coverage.
- This school 6.2 · Average
- District avg 5.8
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 8.9:1 students to teachers, Mary G Clarkson School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
35% of students at Mary G Clarkson 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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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
52.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Mary G Clarkson School Compares
See how Mary G Clarkson School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1415 E 3RD AVE, Bay Shore, NY 11706
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mary G Clarkson School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FIFTH AVENUE SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is BROOK AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, BAY SHORE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Bay Shore, see our Bay Shore schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BAY SHORE MIDDLE SCHOOL Bay Shore | 0.3 mi | 5.9 |
| BAY SHORE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Bay Shore | 0.9 mi | 8.4 |
| FIFTH AVENUE SCHOOL Bay Shore | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| BROOK AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bay Shore | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
| OAK PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bay Shore | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| HEMLOCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bay Shore | 1.2 mi | 4.4 |
| SOUTH MIDDLE SCHOOL Brentwood | 1.7 mi | 4.0 |
| BAY SHORE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bay Shore | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
| ST PATRICK SCHOOL Bay Shore | 1.8 mi | 5.2 |
| GARDINER MANOR SCHOOL Bay Shore | 1.8 mi | 5.0 |
| SOUTHWEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bay Shore | 1.6 mi | 3.6 |
| BRENTWOOD HIGH SCHOOL Brentwood | 2.1 mi | 6.8 |
| LAUREL PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brentwood | 1.9 mi | 4.7 |
| LORETTA PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brentwood | 1.9 mi | 3.8 |
| SOUTHEAST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brentwood | 2.1 mi | 4.0 |
| COMMACK ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Islip | 1.9 mi | 3.6 |
| ISLIP MIDDLE SCHOOL Islip | 2.1 mi | 5.7 |
| ISLIP HIGH SCHOOL Islip | 2.1 mi | 8.5 |
| SOUTH COUNTRY SCHOOL Bay Shore | 2.6 mi | 5.4 |
| WEST MIDDLE SCHOOL Bay Shore | 2.2 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11706 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$115,112
Median Home Value
$464,300
Median Rent
$1,885/mo
Population
68,648
College Educated
26.4%
Homeownership
74.8%
Avg Commute
28.1 min
Poverty Rate
7.3%
Median Age
37
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| BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR EXCELLENCE 3 Bronx, NY | 6.2 |
| BROOKSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Binghamton, NY | 6.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mary G Clarkson School
What grades does Mary G Clarkson School serve?
Mary G Clarkson School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 2nd.
How many students attend Mary G Clarkson School?
Mary G Clarkson School has an enrollment of approximately 492 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mary G Clarkson School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mary G Clarkson School is 8.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mary G Clarkson School rank in NY?
Mary G Clarkson School ranks #2,417 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Mary G Clarkson School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mary G Clarkson School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Mary G Clarkson School a charter school?
No, Mary G Clarkson School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mary G Clarkson School a Title I school?
No, Mary G Clarkson School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mary G Clarkson School?
52.4% of students at Mary G Clarkson 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 – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 492
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 55
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 52.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.2%
- Phone
- (631) 968-1204
Resources & Links
District
BAY SHORE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 5,788
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $32,424
- District Rank
- #3 of 7
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