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Oquenock Elementary School

Elementary School · WEST ISLIP UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

425 SPRUCE AVE, West Islip, NY 11795

Enrollment

419

Student-Teacher

12:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#2,577 of 4,742

In West Islip

#5 of 7

public schools

In district

#5 of 7

WEST ISLIP UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Oquenock Elementary School

6.1/10

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

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About Oquenock Elementary School

Oquenock Elementary School is a public elementary school in West Islip, NY, part of WEST ISLIP UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Oquenock Elementary School serves approximately 419 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Oquenock Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #2,577 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Oquenock Elementary School show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • District avg 6.3
  • NY avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.4Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.56 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.7Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency30.9% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-30 pts
Overall Proficiency39% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)62% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-22.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile29th
Resources & Environment9.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12:1
Per-Pupil Spending$32,206
Chronic Absenteeism10.5%

Oquenock Elementary School — Students at Oquenock Elementary School score 39% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

20.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 54.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 48.6% (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
87%
2010
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
25%
ELA
25%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
32%
2015
Math
44.5%
ELA
32%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
57.3%
ELA
56%
2022
Math
47.5%
ELA
30.9%

* 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: 5.4/10.

How Oquenock Elementary School Compares

See how Oquenock Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.1/10
46th percentile in NY
Academic
4.7/10
Below Average
Growth
5.4/10
Average
Environment
9.7/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
20%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.5%

Location

425 SPRUCE AVE, West Islip, NY 11795

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Oquenock Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BABYLON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Babylon), which scores notably higher. Another option is BABYLON MEMORIAL GRADE SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Babylon), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BRIDGES ACADEMY (THE) (rated 7.0/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in West Islip, see our West Islip schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
UDALL ROAD MIDDLE SCHOOL West Islip 0.3 mi 6.1
MANETUCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Islip 0.8 mi 5.7
BEACH STREET MIDDLE SCHOOL West Islip 0.9 mi 7.5
WEST ISLIP SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL West Islip 1.1 mi 9.0
PAUL J BELLEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Islip 1.3 mi 6.8
GARDINER MANOR SCHOOL Bay Shore 1.2 mi 5.0
ST JOHN THE BAPTIST DIOCESAN HIGH SCHOOL West Islip 1.6 mi 4.6
MARION G VEDDER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Babylon 1.3 mi 4.6
BAY SHORE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bay Shore 1.5 mi 5.9
NORTH BABYLON HIGH SCHOOL North Babylon 1.4 mi 8.3
SOUTH COUNTRY SCHOOL Bay Shore 1.4 mi 5.4
PARLIAMENT PLACE SCHOOL North Babylon 1.7 mi 5.1
BRIDGES ACADEMY (THE) West Islip 1.8 mi 7.0
BAYVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Islip 2.0 mi 6.7
BABYLON JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Babylon 1.9 mi 8.0
BABYLON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Babylon 1.9 mi 7.6
BABYLON MEMORIAL GRADE SCHOOL Babylon 1.9 mi 7.6
WILLIAM E DELUCA JR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Babylon 1.9 mi 4.1
SOUTH BAY JR ACADEMY OF SDA Babylon 2.1 mi 4.8
SOUTHWEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bay Shore 2.4 mi 3.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11795 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$171,068

Median Home Value

$598,800

Median Rent

$2,660/mo

Population

25,063

College Educated

50.5%

Homeownership

95.7%

Avg Commute

30.9 min

Poverty Rate

2.4%

Median Age

39

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BUILD COMMUNITY SCHOOL Buffalo, NY 6.1
CORDELLO AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Central Islip, NY 6.1
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Oquenock Elementary School

What grades does Oquenock Elementary School serve?

Oquenock Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Oquenock Elementary School?

Oquenock Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 419 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Oquenock Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Oquenock Elementary School is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Oquenock Elementary School rank in NY?

Oquenock Elementary School ranks #2,577 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Oquenock Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Oquenock Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Oquenock Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Oquenock Elementary School has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Oquenock Elementary School a charter school?

No, Oquenock Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Oquenock Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Oquenock Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Oquenock Elementary School?

20.3% of students at Oquenock 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
34 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
419
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Free/Reduced Lunch
20.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Suffolk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.5%

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