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#2773 of 4,742 schools in NY
Oysterponds Elementary School
Elementary School · OYSTERPONDS UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
PO BOX 98, Orient, NY 11957
Enrollment
85
Student-Teacher
7.1:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
85
Student-Teacher
7.1:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,773 of 4,742
School environment
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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Oysterponds Elementary School
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About Oysterponds Elementary School
Oysterponds Elementary School is a public elementary school in Orient, NY, part of OYSTERPONDS UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Oysterponds Elementary School serves approximately 85 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 7.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Oysterponds Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,773 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Oysterponds Elementary School show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 85 students, Oysterponds Elementary School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 7.1:1 students to teachers, Oysterponds Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Oysterponds Elementary School — Students at Oysterponds Elementary School score 55% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).
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: 4.4/10.
How Oysterponds Elementary School Compares
See how Oysterponds Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 98, Orient, NY 11957
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Oysterponds Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mile Creek School (rated 9.2/10, 10.5 miles away, in nearby Old Lyme), which scores notably higher. Another option is Kathleen E. Goodwin School (rated 8.1/10, 10.7 miles away, in nearby Old Saybrook), which scores notably higher. Additionally, THE CHILDREN'S TREE MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 12.4 miles away, in nearby Old Saybrook), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Orient, see our Orient schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GREENPORT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Greenport | 4.7 mi | 4.4 |
| GREENPORT HIGH SCHOOL Greenport | 4.7 mi | 4.0 |
| SHELTER ISLAND SCHOOL Shelter Island | 5.6 mi | 5.4 |
| SAG HARBOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sag Harbor | 10.2 mi | 6.0 |
| PIERSON MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL Sag Harbor | 10.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Mile Creek School Old Lyme | 10.5 mi | 9.2 |
| SOUTHOLD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Southold | 9.0 mi | 4.4 |
| SOUTHOLD JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Southold | 9.0 mi | 5.9 |
| HARBOR WALDORF SCHOOL Sag Harbor | 10.9 mi | — |
| Old Saybrook Middle School Old Saybrook | 10.7 mi | 7.7 |
| Kathleen E. Goodwin School Old Saybrook | 10.7 mi | 8.1 |
| ST JOHN SCHOOL Old Saybrook | 11.0 mi | 4.6 |
| Old Saybrook Senior High School Old Saybrook | 11.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Center School Old Lyme | 12.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Lyme-Old Lyme High School Old Lyme | 12.1 mi | 9.0 |
| Lyme-Old Lyme Middle School Old Lyme | 12.2 mi | 8.6 |
| ROSS SCHOOL East Hampton | 12.4 mi | 9.0 |
| THE CHILDREN'S TREE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Old Saybrook | 12.4 mi | 6.7 |
| SPRINGS SCHOOL East Hampton | 11.5 mi | 4.7 |
| EAST HAMPTON HIGH SCHOOL East Hampton | 13.1 mi | 8.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11957 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$88,293
Median Home Value
$923,500
Population
1,152
College Educated
58.9%
Homeownership
96.6%
Poverty Rate
4.2%
Median Age
63.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| GENESEE COUNTRY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Geneseo, NY | 5.9 |
| ST MADELEINE SOPHIE SCHOOL Schenectady, NY | 5.9 |
| SUSAN ODELL TAYLOR SCHOOL FOR CHILDREN Troy, NY | 5.9 |
| THE LEARNING TREE STEM-ARTS SCHOOL Flushing, NY | 5.9 |
| CHABAD OF NORTHEAST QUEENS HEBREW SCHOOL Bayside, NY | 6.0 |
| ST FRANCIS DE SALES-ST STEPHEN Geneva, NY | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Oysterponds Elementary School
What grades does Oysterponds Elementary School serve?
Oysterponds Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Oysterponds Elementary School?
Oysterponds Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 85 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Oysterponds Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Oysterponds Elementary School is 7.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Oysterponds Elementary School rank in NY?
Oysterponds Elementary School ranks #2,773 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Oysterponds Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Oysterponds Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Oysterponds Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Oysterponds Elementary School has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Oysterponds Elementary School a charter school?
No, Oysterponds Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Oysterponds Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Oysterponds Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 85
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 29.4%
- Phone
- (631) 323-2410
Resources & Links
District
OYSTERPONDS UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 85
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $45,612
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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