Very Good
#1726 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 36% in state
Based on limited data
Oakwood Primary Center
Elementary School · SOUTH HUNTINGTON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
264 W 22ND ST, Huntington, NY 11743
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 8 schools in Huntington. Learn more
Enrollment
643
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
643
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,726 of 4,742
In Huntington
#5 of 9
public schools
In district
#4 of 7
SOUTH HUNTINGTON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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Oakwood Primary Center
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About Oakwood Primary Center
Oakwood Primary Center is a public elementary school in Huntington, NY, part of SOUTH HUNTINGTON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Oakwood Primary Center serves approximately 643 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Oakwood Primary Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,726 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Based on limited data: 44% component coverage.
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 5.9
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
37% of students at Oakwood Primary Center 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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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
50.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Oakwood Primary Center Compares
See how Oakwood Primary Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
264 W 22ND ST, Huntington, NY 11743
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Oakwood Primary Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WEST SIDE SCHOOL (rated 9.3/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Syosset), which scores notably higher. Another option is WALT WHITMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Woodbury), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SUNQUAM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Melville), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Huntington, see our Huntington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11743 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$173,014
Median Home Value
$748,200
Median Rent
$2,397/mo
Population
42,423
College Educated
63.7%
Homeownership
88.9%
Avg Commute
37.1 min
Poverty Rate
4.1%
Median Age
45.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ACADEMY OF THE CITY CHARTER SCHOOL Woodside, NY | 7.0 |
| ARONGEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clifton Park, NY | 7.0 |
| ARROWHEAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Setauket, NY | 7.0 |
| BOONVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boonville, NY | 7.0 |
| BROOKLYN DREAMS CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 7.0 |
| CHARLOTTE SIDWAY SCHOOL Grand Island, NY | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Oakwood Primary Center
What grades does Oakwood Primary Center serve?
Oakwood Primary Center serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Oakwood Primary Center?
Oakwood Primary Center has an enrollment of approximately 643 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Oakwood Primary Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Oakwood Primary Center 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 Oakwood Primary Center rank in NY?
Oakwood Primary Center ranks #1,726 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Oakwood Primary Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Oakwood Primary Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Oakwood Primary Center a charter school?
No, Oakwood Primary Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Oakwood Primary Center a Title I school?
No, Oakwood Primary Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Oakwood Primary Center?
50.9% of students at Oakwood Primary Center 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
- Pre-K – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 643
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 56
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 50.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.3%
- Phone
- (631) 812-3500
Resources & Links
District
SOUTH HUNTINGTON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 5,843
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $34,137
- District Rank
- #4 of 7
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