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#3792 of 4,742 schools in NY

Maud S Sherwood Elementary School

Elementary School · ISLIP UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

301 SMITH AVE, Islip, NY 11751

Enrollment

351

Student-Teacher

10.6:1

Score

4.7

Grades

2nd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#3,792 of 4,742

In Islip

#4 of 5

public schools

In district

#4 of 5

ISLIP UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Maud S Sherwood Elementary School

4.7/10

Elementary School in Islip · grades 2nd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.7/10

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About Maud S Sherwood Elementary School

Maud S Sherwood Elementary School is a public elementary school in Islip, NY, part of ISLIP UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Maud S Sherwood Elementary School serves approximately 351 students, and covers grades 2nd-5th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Maud S Sherwood Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #3,792 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Maud S Sherwood Elementary School show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.6 pts below district
  • This school 4.7 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.3
  • NY avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.9Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.59 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.6Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency35.9% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-17.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-23.9 pts
Overall Proficiency36% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)58% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-21.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile27th
Resources & Environment9.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$33,390
Chronic Absenteeism17.9%

Maud S Sherwood Elementary School — Students at Maud S Sherwood Elementary School score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

33.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 49.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 52.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.0% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 34 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
95%
ELA
84%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
69%
2011
Math
79%
ELA
76%
2012
Math
38%
ELA
33%
2013
Math
46%
ELA
31%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
37%
2015
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
72%
2021*
Math
44.8%
ELA
70%
2022
Math
35.9%
ELA
37%

* 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: 2.9/10.

How Maud S Sherwood Elementary School Compares

See how Maud S Sherwood Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.7/10
20th percentile in NY
Academic
4.6/10
Below Average
Growth
2.9/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.3/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
33%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.9%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

301 SMITH AVE, Islip, NY 11751

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Maud S Sherwood Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is FIFTH AVENUE SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Bay Shore), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MARY G CLARKSON SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Bay Shore), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Islip, see our Islip schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.4 mi
School Distance Rating
ISLIP MIDDLE SCHOOL Islip 0.8 mi 5.7
ISLIP HIGH SCHOOL Islip 0.9 mi 8.5
ST MARY SCHOOL East Islip 1.2 mi 5.6
WING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Islip 1.6 mi 7.5
COMMACK ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Islip 1.8 mi 3.6
JOHN F KENNEDY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Islip 1.5 mi 6.1
BROOK AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bay Shore 1.9 mi 6.1
ST PATRICK SCHOOL Bay Shore 2.1 mi 5.2
TIMBER POINT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Islip 2.2 mi 4.5
BAY SHORE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Bay Shore 2.3 mi 8.4
LORETTA PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brentwood 3.0 mi 3.8
EAST ISLIP MIDDLE SCHOOL Islip Terrace 2.7 mi 6.7
EAST ISLIP HIGH SCHOOL Islip Terrace 2.7 mi 8.8
BAY SHORE MIDDLE SCHOOL Bay Shore 2.6 mi 5.9
LAUREL PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brentwood 3.0 mi 4.7
RUTH C KINNEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Islip Terrace 2.9 mi 5.0
FIFTH AVENUE SCHOOL Bay Shore 2.6 mi 6.3
SOUTHEAST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brentwood 3.3 mi 4.0
MARY G CLARKSON SCHOOL Bay Shore 2.9 mi 6.2
CONNETQUOT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Islip Terrace 3.4 mi 3.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11751 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$116,328

Median Home Value

$501,900

Median Rent

$2,238/mo

Population

13,152

College Educated

36%

Homeownership

83.4%

Avg Commute

29.6 min

Poverty Rate

5.6%

Median Age

46.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Maud S Sherwood Elementary School

What grades does Maud S Sherwood Elementary School serve?

Maud S Sherwood Elementary School serves students in grades 2nd through 5th.

How many students attend Maud S Sherwood Elementary School?

Maud S Sherwood Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 351 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Maud S Sherwood Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Maud S Sherwood Elementary School is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Maud S Sherwood Elementary School rank in NY?

Maud S Sherwood Elementary School ranks #3,792 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Maud S Sherwood Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Maud S Sherwood Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Maud S Sherwood Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Maud S Sherwood Elementary School has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Maud S Sherwood Elementary School a charter school?

No, Maud S Sherwood Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Maud S Sherwood Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Maud S Sherwood Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Maud S Sherwood Elementary School?

33.3% of students at Maud S Sherwood 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
36 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
2nd – 5th
Enrollment
351
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Free/Reduced Lunch
33.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Suffolk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.9%

District

ISLIP UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
2,722
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$33,390
District Rank
#4 of 5

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