Below Average
#3728 of 4,742 schools in NY
Moriches Elementary School
Elementary School · WILLIAM FLOYD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
16 LOUIS AVE, Moriches, NY 11955
Enrollment
846
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
846
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,728 of 4,742
In Moriches
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#6 of 9
WILLIAM FLOYD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
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Moriches Elementary School
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About Moriches Elementary School
Moriches Elementary School is a public elementary school in Moriches, NY, part of WILLIAM FLOYD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Moriches Elementary School serves approximately 846 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Moriches Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,728 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Moriches Elementary School show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 5.1
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
42% of students at Moriches 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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Moriches Elementary School — Students at Moriches Elementary School score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
57.6%
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: 3.8/10.
How Moriches Elementary School Compares
See how Moriches Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
16 LOUIS AVE, Moriches, NY 11955
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Moriches Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WILLIAM FLOYD LEARNING CENTER (rated 8.0/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Shirley), which scores notably higher. Another option is EAST MORICHES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby East Moriches), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SOUTH STREET SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Manorville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Moriches, see our Moriches schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11955 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,692
Median Home Value
$466,500
Median Rent
$2,215/mo
Population
2,626
College Educated
37.7%
Homeownership
42.3%
Avg Commute
35.4 min
Poverty Rate
15.3%
Median Age
50.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Moriches Elementary School
What grades does Moriches Elementary School serve?
Moriches Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Moriches Elementary School?
Moriches Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 846 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Moriches Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Moriches Elementary School is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Moriches Elementary School rank in NY?
Moriches Elementary School ranks #3,728 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Moriches Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Moriches Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Moriches Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Moriches Elementary School has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Moriches Elementary School a charter school?
No, Moriches Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Moriches Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Moriches Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Moriches Elementary School?
57.6% of students at Moriches 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
- 846
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 57
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 57.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.2%
- Phone
- (631) 874-1397
Resources & Links
District
WILLIAM FLOYD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 9,417
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $29,684
- District Rank
- #6 of 9
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