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North Coleman Road School

Elementary School · MIDDLE COUNTRY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

197 N COLEMAN RD, Centereach, NY 11720

Enrollment

339

Student-Teacher

21.2:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#3,151 of 4,742

In Centereach

#2 of 8

public schools

In district

#4 of 14

MIDDLE COUNTRY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

Academic performance

7.2 / 10

Very Good

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5.5/10

Elementary School in Centereach · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About North Coleman Road School

North Coleman Road School is a public elementary school in Centereach, NY, part of MIDDLE COUNTRY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. North Coleman Road School serves approximately 339 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 21.2:1 student-teacher ratio. North Coleman Road School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #3,151 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for North Coleman Road School show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.1 pts above district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 4.4
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

North Coleman Road School runs 21.2:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.1Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.68 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.2Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency63.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency44.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+10 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-16.2 pts
Overall Proficiency54% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)56% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-1.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile59th
Resources & Environment4.0Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio21.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$27,780
Chronic Absenteeism18.6%

North Coleman Road School — Students at North Coleman Road School score 54% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

38.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 54.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 49.3% (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
97.5%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
73%
ELA
66%
2011
Math
79%
ELA
71%
2012
Math
50%
ELA
39%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
27%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
22%
2015
Math
44.5%
ELA
34.5%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
34.5%
ELA
44.5%
2018
Math
54.5%
ELA
54.5%
2019
Math
54.5%
ELA
54.5%
2020*
Math
49.5%
ELA
49.5%
2021*
Math
51.1%
ELA
54.1%
2022
Math
63.6%
ELA
44.7%

* 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: 5.1/10.

How North Coleman Road School Compares

See how North Coleman Road School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.5/10
34th percentile in NY
Academic
7.2/10
Very Good
Growth
5.1/10
Average
Environment
4.0/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
39%
Teaching Staff
21:1 student-teacher ratio
16 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.6%

Location

197 N COLEMAN RD, Centereach, NY 11720

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering North Coleman Road School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ARROWHEAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby East Setauket), which scores notably higher. Another option is STAGECOACH SCHOOL (rated 5.8/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Selden), with a very similar rating. Additionally, JERICHO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 4.9/10, 1.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Centereach, see our Centereach schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
SELDEN MIDDLE SCHOOL Centereach 0.3 mi 5.5
NEWFIELD HIGH SCHOOL Selden 0.5 mi 7.9
HAWKINS PATH SCHOOL Selden 0.7 mi 4.0
JERICHO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Centereach 1.0 mi 4.9
UNITY DRIVE KINDERGARTEN-PRE K CENTER Centereach 1.2 mi 4.0
CENTEREACH HIGH SCHOOL Centereach 1.1 mi 8.2
OUR SAVIOR NEW AMERICAN SCHOOL Centereach 1.3 mi 8.1
BOYLE ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port Jefferson Station 1.5 mi 4.2
DAWNWOOD MIDDLE SCHOOL Centereach 1.2 mi 5.2
STAGECOACH SCHOOL Selden 1.6 mi 5.8
OXHEAD ROAD SCHOOL Centereach 1.7 mi 3.7
ARROWHEAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Setauket 2.2 mi 7.0
BICYCLE PATH KINDERGARTEN-PRE K CENTER Selden 1.9 mi 4.1
TERRYVILLE ROAD SCHOOL Port Jefferson Station 2.3 mi 3.3
HOLBROOK ROAD SCHOOL Centereach 2.5 mi 4.8
CLINTON AVENUE SCHOOL Port Jefferson Station 2.3 mi 4.4
NORWOOD AVENUE SCHOOL Port Jefferson Station 2.7 mi 4.8
WARD MELVILLE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL East Setauket 2.7 mi 9.2
JOHN F KENNEDY MIDDLE SCHOOL Port Jefferson Station 2.8 mi 4.9
COMSEWOGUE HIGH SCHOOL Port Jefferson Station 2.7 mi 8.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11720 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$128,015

Median Home Value

$471,600

Median Rent

$2,377/mo

Population

28,669

College Educated

35.3%

Homeownership

85.7%

Avg Commute

31.6 min

Poverty Rate

5.1%

Median Age

38.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about North Coleman Road School

What grades does North Coleman Road School serve?

North Coleman Road School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend North Coleman Road School?

North Coleman Road School has an enrollment of approximately 339 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at North Coleman Road School?

The student-teacher ratio at North Coleman Road School is 21.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does North Coleman Road School rank in NY?

North Coleman Road School ranks #3,151 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is North Coleman Road School's MySchoolScout rating?

North Coleman Road School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 North Coleman Road School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, North Coleman Road School has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is North Coleman Road School a charter school?

No, North Coleman Road School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is North Coleman Road School a Title I school?

No, North Coleman Road School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for North Coleman Road School?

38.6% of students at North Coleman Road 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
13 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
27 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
339
Student-Teacher Ratio
21.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
16
Free/Reduced Lunch
38.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Suffolk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.6%

District

MIDDLE COUNTRY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
9,467
Schools in District
14
Per-Pupil Spending
$27,780
District Rank
#4 of 14

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