Very Good
#936 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 20% in state
Mills Pond Elementary School
Elementary School · SMITHTOWN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
246 MORICHES RD, St. James, NY 11780
Enrollment
357
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
357
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#936 of 4,742
In district
#4 of 12
SMITHTOWN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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Mills Pond Elementary School
Elementary School in St. James · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Mills Pond Elementary School
Mills Pond Elementary School is a public elementary school in St. James, NY, part of SMITHTOWN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Mills Pond Elementary School serves approximately 357 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio.
Mills Pond Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #936 of 4,742 schools in NY. Structured state assessment records for Mills Pond Elementary School show 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 6.9
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Mills Pond Elementary School — Students at Mills Pond Elementary School score 71% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
12.9%
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: 6.9/10.
How Mills Pond Elementary School Compares
See how Mills Pond Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
246 MORICHES RD, St. James, NY 11780
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mills Pond Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NASSAKEAG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.2/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby East Setauket), which scores notably higher. Another option is HARBOR COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Saint James), with a very similar rating. Additionally, TACKAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Nesconset), with a very similar rating. For more schools in St. James, see our St. James schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WILLIAM SIDNEY MOUNT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Setauket | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| SAINT JAMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Saint James | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| HARBOR COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Saint James | 1.4 mi | 8.1 |
| SMITHTOWN HIGH SCHOOL EAST Saint James | 1.4 mi | 8.6 |
| SS PHILIP & JAMES SCHOOL Saint James | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
| EUGENE AUER MEMORIAL SCHOOL Lake Grove | 1.5 mi | 5.2 |
| ROBERT CUSHMAN MURPHY JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL East Setauket | 1.8 mi | 8.6 |
| WENONAH SCHOOL Lake Grove | 2.1 mi | 6.3 |
| TACKAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Nesconset | 2.5 mi | 8.0 |
| NESAQUAKE MIDDLE SCHOOL Saint James | 2.0 mi | 7.2 |
| GREAT HOLLOW MIDDLE SCHOOL Nesconset | 2.5 mi | 7.6 |
| DOGWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Smithtown | 2.3 mi | 7.3 |
| CLEARY SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF Nesconset | 3.0 mi | 7.2 |
| OXHEAD ROAD SCHOOL Centereach | 2.4 mi | 3.7 |
| CAYUGA SCHOOL Lake Grove | 2.9 mi | 5.9 |
| NORTH SHORE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Stony Brook | 3.3 mi | — |
| THE STONY BROOK SCHOOL Stony Brook | 3.3 mi | 6.7 |
| NASSAKEAG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Setauket | 3.0 mi | 9.2 |
| DAWNWOOD MIDDLE SCHOOL Centereach | 2.7 mi | 5.2 |
| CENTEREACH HIGH SCHOOL Centereach | 2.8 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11780 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$141,576
Median Home Value
$702,900
Median Rent
$2,322/mo
Population
15,586
College Educated
51.8%
Homeownership
86.7%
Avg Commute
30.3 min
Poverty Rate
2.4%
Median Age
47.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALLEN CREEK SCHOOL Rochester, NY | 7.8 |
| CAMPBELL-SAVONA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Savona, NY | 7.8 |
| EAGLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Delmar, NY | 7.8 |
| EASTPORT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Eastport, NY | 7.8 |
| ELLA BAKER SCHOOL New York, NY | 7.8 |
| FAMILY SCHOOL (THE) Bronx, NY | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mills Pond Elementary School
What grades does Mills Pond Elementary School serve?
Mills Pond Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Mills Pond Elementary School?
Mills Pond Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 357 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mills Pond Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mills Pond Elementary School is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mills Pond Elementary School rank in NY?
Mills Pond Elementary School ranks #936 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Mills Pond Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mills Pond Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Mills Pond Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mills Pond Elementary School has 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Mills Pond Elementary School a charter school?
No, Mills Pond Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mills Pond Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Mills Pond Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mills Pond Elementary School?
12.9% of students at Mills Pond 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 357
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 12.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.2%
- Phone
- (631) 382-4305
Resources & Links
District
SMITHTOWN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 7,705
- Schools in District
- 12
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $33,507
- District Rank
- #4 of 12
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