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#1977 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 42% in state
Old Mill Road School
Elementary School · NORTH MERRICK UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
1775 OLD MILL RD, Merrick, NY 11566
Enrollment
452
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
452
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,977 of 4,742
In Merrick
#7 of 7
public schools
In district
#3 of 3
NORTH MERRICK UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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Old Mill Road School
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About Old Mill Road School
Old Mill Road School is a public elementary school in Merrick, NY, part of NORTH MERRICK UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Old Mill Road School serves approximately 452 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Old Mill Road School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,977 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Old Mill Road School show 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- District avg 7.4
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Old Mill Road School — Students at Old Mill Road School score 65% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
13.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 36 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: 5.5/10.
How Old Mill Road School Compares
See how Old Mill Road School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1775 OLD MILL RD, Merrick, NY 11566
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Old Mill Road School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BARNUM WOODS SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby East Meadow), which scores notably higher. Another option is PROGRESSIVE SCHOOL OF LONG ISLAND (rated 8.2/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HAROLD D FAYETTE SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby North Merrick), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Merrick, see our Merrick schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PROGRESSIVE SCHOOL OF LONG ISLAND Merrick | 0.4 mi | 8.2 |
| HAROLD D FAYETTE SCHOOL North Merrick | 0.7 mi | 8.2 |
| THE CHILDREN'S LEARNING CENTER Roosevelt | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| ROOSEVELT MIDDLE SCHOOL Roosevelt | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| CAMP AVENUE SCHOOL Merrick | 0.7 mi | 7.3 |
| SANFORD H CALHOUN HIGH SCHOOL Merrick | 0.8 mi | 9.2 |
| ROOSEVELT HIGH SCHOOL Roosevelt | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
| MERRICK AVENUE MIDDLE SCHOOL Merrick | 1.1 mi | 8.3 |
| SMITH STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Uniondale | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| ULYSSES BYAS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Roosevelt | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| PARK AVENUE SCHOOL North Merrick | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| TURTLE HOOK MIDDLE SCHOOL Uniondale | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| WOODLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL East Meadow | 1.4 mi | 8.3 |
| WASHINGTON ROSE SCHOOL Roosevelt | 1.1 mi | 3.9 |
| ROOSEVELT CHILDREN'S ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Roosevelt | 1.2 mi | 4.9 |
| JOHN G DINKELMEYER SCHOOL North Bellmore | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Merrick | 1.5 mi | 8.5 |
| CHATTERTON SCHOOL Merrick | 1.5 mi | 8.0 |
| BARNUM WOODS SCHOOL East Meadow | 1.6 mi | 9.0 |
| UNIONDALE HIGH SCHOOL Uniondale | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11566 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$169,868
Median Home Value
$679,000
Median Rent
$2,803/mo
Population
35,172
College Educated
57.7%
Homeownership
95.5%
Avg Commute
37.6 min
Poverty Rate
2.8%
Median Age
41.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BAYVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Islip, NY | 6.7 |
| BENJAMIN FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Yorktown Heights, NY | 6.7 |
| CAHILL SCHOOL Saugerties, NY | 6.7 |
| CHILDREN'S WORKSHOP SCHOOL (THE) New York, NY | 6.7 |
| COMMUNITY ROOTS CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 6.7 |
| DIVINE WISDOM CATHOLIC ACADEMY Douglaston, NY | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Old Mill Road School
What grades does Old Mill Road School serve?
Old Mill Road School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Old Mill Road School?
Old Mill Road School has an enrollment of approximately 452 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Old Mill Road School?
The student-teacher ratio at Old Mill Road School is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Old Mill Road School rank in NY?
Old Mill Road School ranks #1,977 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Old Mill Road School's MySchoolScout rating?
Old Mill Road School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Old Mill Road School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Old Mill Road School has 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Old Mill Road School a charter school?
No, Old Mill Road School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Old Mill Road School a Title I school?
No, Old Mill Road School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Old Mill Road School?
13.1% of students at Old Mill 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 452
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 13.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Nassau County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.2%
- Phone
- (516) 379-0945
Resources & Links
District
NORTH MERRICK UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,208
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $30,031
- District Rank
- #3 of 3
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