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#3421 of 4,742 schools in NY
Saw Mill Road School
Elementary School · NORTH BELLMORE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
2801 SAW MILL RD, North Bellmore, NY 11710
Enrollment
691
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
691
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,421 of 4,742
In North Bellmore
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#5 of 5
NORTH BELLMORE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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Saw Mill Road School
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About Saw Mill Road School
Saw Mill Road School is a public elementary school in North Bellmore, NY, part of NORTH BELLMORE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Saw Mill Road School serves approximately 691 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Saw Mill Road School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #3,421 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Saw Mill Road School show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 6.6
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Saw Mill Road School — Students at Saw Mill Road School score 45% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
15.9%
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: 3.8/10.
How Saw Mill Road School Compares
See how Saw Mill Road School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2801 SAW MILL RD, North Bellmore, NY 11710
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Saw Mill Road School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LEE ROAD SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Wantagh), which scores notably higher. Another option is WINTHROP AVENUE SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Bellmore), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GARDINERS AVENUE SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Levittown), which scores notably higher. For more schools in North Bellmore, see our North Bellmore schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LEE ROAD SCHOOL Wantagh | 0.8 mi | 8.6 |
| NEWBRIDGE ROAD SCHOOL North Bellmore | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| FOREST LAKE SCHOOL Wantagh | 0.8 mi | 7.7 |
| WANTAGH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Wantagh | 0.8 mi | 9.0 |
| MARTIN AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bellmore | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| WANTAGH MIDDLE SCHOOL Wantagh | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| WELLINGTON C MEPHAM HIGH SCHOOL Bellmore | 1.2 mi | 9.1 |
| JOHN G DINKELMEYER SCHOOL North Bellmore | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| PARK AVENUE SCHOOL North Merrick | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| PARKWAY SCHOOL East Meadow | 1.6 mi | 8.2 |
| GARDINERS AVENUE SCHOOL Levittown | 1.5 mi | 8.5 |
| ST ELIZABETH ANN SETON REGIONAL SCHOOL PK-8 Bellmore | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
| WINTHROP AVENUE SCHOOL Bellmore | 1.6 mi | 8.6 |
| GRAND AVENUE MIDDLE SCHOOL Bellmore | 1.6 mi | 8.2 |
| WANTAGH SCHOOL Wantagh | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| JONAS E SALK MIDDLE SCHOOL Levittown | 1.5 mi | 8.4 |
| GEN DOUGLAS MACARTHUR SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Levittown | 1.5 mi | 8.8 |
| WISDOM LANE MIDDLE SCHOOL Levittown | 2.0 mi | 7.9 |
| ABBEY LANE SCHOOL Levittown | 2.1 mi | 7.2 |
| PROGRESSIVE SCHOOL OF LONG ISLAND Merrick | 1.7 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11710 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$173,136
Median Home Value
$647,000
Median Rent
$2,495/mo
Population
34,459
College Educated
54%
Homeownership
90.7%
Avg Commute
36.5 min
Poverty Rate
3.3%
Median Age
41.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ACCOMPSETT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Smithtown, NY | 5.2 |
| CHIPPEWA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Holtsville, NY | 5.2 |
| COHEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elmira Heights, NY | 5.2 |
| FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Syracuse, NY | 5.2 |
| GEORGE WASHINGTON SCHOOL White Plains, NY | 5.2 |
| JOHN F KENNEDY SCHOOL Ogdensburg, NY | 5.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Saw Mill Road School
What grades does Saw Mill Road School serve?
Saw Mill Road School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Saw Mill Road School?
Saw Mill Road School has an enrollment of approximately 691 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Saw Mill Road School?
The student-teacher ratio at Saw Mill Road School is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Saw Mill Road School rank in NY?
Saw Mill Road School ranks #3,421 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Saw Mill Road School's MySchoolScout rating?
Saw Mill Road School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Saw Mill Road School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Saw Mill Road School has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Saw Mill Road School a charter school?
No, Saw Mill Road School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Saw Mill Road School a Title I school?
No, Saw Mill Road School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Saw Mill Road School?
15.9% of students at Saw 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
- 691
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 49
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 15.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Nassau County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.9%
- Phone
- (516) 992-3118
Resources & Links
District
NORTH BELLMORE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 2,113
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,589
- District Rank
- #5 of 5
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