Very Good
#1332 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 28% in state
Saint James Elementary School
Elementary School · SMITHTOWN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
580 LAKE AVE, Saint James, NY 11780
Enrollment
464
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
464
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,332 of 4,742
In Saint James
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#6 of 12
SMITHTOWN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Saint James Elementary School
Saint James Elementary School is a public elementary school in Saint James, NY, part of SMITHTOWN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Saint James Elementary School serves approximately 464 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Saint James Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,332 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Saint James Elementary School show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 6.9
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Saint James Elementary School — Students at Saint James Elementary School score 69% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
15.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 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: 6.3/10.
How Saint James Elementary School Compares
See how Saint James Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
580 LAKE AVE, Saint James, NY 11780
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Saint James Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NASSAKEAG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.2/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby East Setauket), which scores notably higher. Another option is HARBOR COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, TACKAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Nesconset), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Saint James, see our Saint James schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11780 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$141,576
Median Home Value
$702,900
Median Rent
$2,322/mo
Population
15,586
College Educated
51.8%
Homeownership
86.7%
Avg Commute
30.3 min
Poverty Rate
2.4%
Median Age
47.8
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| ABRAHAM LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jamestown, NY | 7.4 |
| ANTHONY ALFANO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Central Islip, NY | 7.4 |
| BLOOMFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bloomfield, NY | 7.4 |
| CASTLETON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Castleton, NY | 7.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Saint James Elementary School
What grades does Saint James Elementary School serve?
Saint James Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Saint James Elementary School?
Saint James Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 464 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Saint James Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Saint James Elementary School is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Saint James Elementary School rank in NY?
Saint James Elementary School ranks #1,332 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Saint James Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Saint James Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Saint James Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Saint James Elementary School has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Saint James Elementary School a charter school?
No, Saint James Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Saint James Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Saint James Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Saint James Elementary School?
15.5% of students at Saint James 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 464
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 15.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.5%
- Phone
- (631) 382-4455
Resources & Links
District
SMITHTOWN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 7,705
- Schools in District
- 12
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $33,507
- District Rank
- #6 of 12
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