Excellent
#379 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 8% in state
Northwest Elementary School
Elementary School · AMITYVILLE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
450 COUNTY LINE RD, Amityville, NY 11701
Enrollment
575
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Enrollment
575
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#379 of 4,742
In Amityville
#1 of 5
public schools
In district
#1 of 5
AMITYVILLE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic growth
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Northwest Elementary School
Northwest Elementary School is a public elementary school in Amityville, NY, part of AMITYVILLE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Northwest Elementary School serves approximately 575 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-2nd, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Northwest Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #379 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Northwest Elementary School show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2019) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2019).
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- District avg 6.1
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 9.9:1 students to teachers, Northwest Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
44% of students at Northwest 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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Northwest Elementary School — Students at Northwest Elementary School score 47% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
68.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2018-19)
Based on 16 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 10.0/10.
How Northwest Elementary School Compares
See how Northwest Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
450 COUNTY LINE RD, Amityville, NY 11701
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Northwest Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ALBANY AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby North Massapequa), with a comparable rating. Another option is MCKENNA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Massapequa Park), with a comparable rating. Additionally, DEAUVILLE GARDENS WEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Copiague), a more accessible option. For more schools in Amityville, see our Amityville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11701 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$110,639
Median Home Value
$489,000
Median Rent
$2,307/mo
Population
28,174
College Educated
31.2%
Homeownership
67.4%
Avg Commute
29.5 min
Poverty Rate
8.5%
Median Age
44.4
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| BROOKLYN SCHOOL OF INQUIRY Brooklyn, NY | 8.4 |
| ECFS Bronx, NY | 8.4 |
| GEORGE WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mohegan Lake, NY | 8.4 |
| HARBOR HILL SCHOOL Greenvale, NY | 8.4 |
| HEWITT SCHOOL Rockville Centre, NY | 8.4 |
| LEEP DUAL LANGUAGE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 8.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Northwest Elementary School
What grades does Northwest Elementary School serve?
Northwest Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 2nd.
How many students attend Northwest Elementary School?
Northwest Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 575 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Northwest Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Northwest Elementary School is 9.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Northwest Elementary School rank in NY?
Northwest Elementary School ranks #379 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Northwest Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Northwest Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 Northwest Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Northwest Elementary School has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2019) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2019).
Is Northwest Elementary School a charter school?
No, Northwest Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Northwest Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Northwest Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Northwest Elementary School?
68.5% of students at Northwest 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 – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 575
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 58
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 68.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Nassau County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 44.0%
- Phone
- (631) 565-6500
Resources & Links
District
AMITYVILLE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 2,926
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $37,633
- District Rank
- #1 of 5
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