Very Good
#1337 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 28% in state
Santapogue School
Elementary School · WEST BABYLON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
1130 HERZEL BLVD, West Babylon, NY 11704
Enrollment
356
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
356
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,337 of 4,742
In West Babylon
#3 of 7
public schools
In district
#3 of 7
WEST BABYLON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Santapogue School
Santapogue School is a public elementary school in West Babylon, NY, part of WEST BABYLON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Santapogue School serves approximately 356 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Santapogue School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,337 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Santapogue School show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
What's said publicly about Santapogue School
Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.
Sources (1)
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 6.9
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 9.9:1 students to teachers, Santapogue 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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Santapogue School — Students at Santapogue School score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
45.5%
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: 7.0/10.
How Santapogue School Compares
See how Santapogue School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1130 HERZEL BLVD, West Babylon, NY 11704
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Santapogue School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WILLIAM RALL SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Lindenhurst), which scores slightly higher. Another option is SOUTH BAY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, DANIEL STREET SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Lindenhurst), with a very similar rating. For more schools in West Babylon, see our West Babylon schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11704 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$127,034
Median Home Value
$485,400
Median Rent
$2,089/mo
Population
40,285
College Educated
31.8%
Homeownership
73.7%
Avg Commute
31.6 min
Poverty Rate
5.8%
Median Age
41
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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 |
| CHERRY LANE SCHOOL Carle Place, NY | 7.4 |
| DUZINE SCHOOL New Paltz, NY | 7.4 |
Compare Santapogue School with similar schools nearby
Side-by-side ratings, test scores, and demographics for the schools parents most often weigh against this one.
- CompareSantapogue School vs TOOKER AVENUE SCHOOLWest Babylon, NY Peer score 6.5/10 -0.9 vs Santapogue School
- CompareSantapogue School vs SOUTH BAY SCHOOLWest Babylon, NY Peer score 7.8/10 +0.4 vs Santapogue School
- CompareSantapogue School vs JOHN F KENNEDY SCHOOLWEST BABYLON, NY Peer score 6.2/10 -1.2 vs Santapogue School
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Santapogue School
What grades does Santapogue School serve?
Santapogue School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Santapogue School?
Santapogue School has an enrollment of approximately 356 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Santapogue School?
The student-teacher ratio at Santapogue School is 9.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Santapogue School rank in NY?
Santapogue School ranks #1,337 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Santapogue School's MySchoolScout rating?
Santapogue 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 Santapogue School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Santapogue School has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Santapogue School a charter school?
No, Santapogue School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Santapogue School a Title I school?
No, Santapogue School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Santapogue School?
45.5% of students at Santapogue 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 356
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 45.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.0%
- Phone
- (631) 376-7401
Resources & Links
District
WEST BABYLON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 3,703
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $34,305
- District Rank
- #3 of 7
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