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#3131 of 4,742 schools in NY
Sawmill Intermediate School
Elementary School · COMMACK UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
PO BOX 150, Commack, NY 11725
Enrollment
558
Student-Teacher
9.3:1
Score
5.5
Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
558
Student-Teacher
9.3:1
Score
5.5
Grades
3rd – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,131 of 4,742
In Commack
#7 of 7
public schools
In district
#8 of 8
COMMACK UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Sawmill Intermediate School
Elementary School in Commack · grades 3rd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Sawmill Intermediate School
Sawmill Intermediate School is a public elementary school in Commack, NY, part of COMMACK UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Sawmill Intermediate School serves approximately 558 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 9.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Sawmill Intermediate School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #3,131 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Sawmill Intermediate School show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 7.0
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 9.3:1 students to teachers, Sawmill Intermediate 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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Sawmill Intermediate School — Students at Sawmill Intermediate School score 45% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
15.6%
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: 3.9/10.
How Sawmill Intermediate School Compares
See how Sawmill Intermediate School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 150, Commack, NY 11725
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sawmill Intermediate School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NORTH RIDGE SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HARLEY AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Elwood), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WOOD PARK SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Commack, see our Commack schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WOOD PARK SCHOOL Commack | 0.2 mi | 7.7 |
| THE CHILDREN'S CENTER AT UCP Commack | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| NASSAU SUFFOLK SERVICES FOR AUTISM Commack | 1.4 mi | — |
| COMMACK MIDDLE SCHOOL Commack | 1.6 mi | 7.8 |
| INDIAN HOLLOW SCHOOL Commack | 2.0 mi | 7.7 |
| PINES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hauppauge | 1.6 mi | 7.7 |
| NORTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brentwood | 2.1 mi | 4.3 |
| ROLLING HILLS SCHOOL Dix Hills | 1.8 mi | 7.6 |
| COMMACK HIGH SCHOOL Commack | 2.3 mi | 9.2 |
| NORTH MIDDLE SCHOOL Brentwood | 2.5 mi | 5.0 |
| BURR INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Commack | 2.1 mi | 5.8 |
| NORTH RIDGE SCHOOL Commack | 2.5 mi | 7.8 |
| FRESHMAN CENTER Brentwood | 3.0 mi | 4.3 |
| TWIN PINES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brentwood | 3.0 mi | 5.1 |
| PINE PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brentwood | 3.0 mi | 4.5 |
| BRENTWOOD RESIDENTIAL CENTER Dix Hills | 3.0 mi | — |
| NORTHEAST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brentwood | 2.9 mi | 4.1 |
| DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES INSTITUTE Smithtown | 2.7 mi | 7.5 |
| SMITHTOWN HIGH SCHOOL-WEST Smithtown | 3.1 mi | 8.7 |
| HARLEY AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elwood | 2.9 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11725 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$168,324
Median Home Value
$643,000
Median Rent
$2,358/mo
Population
29,050
College Educated
59%
Homeownership
92.8%
Avg Commute
33.2 min
Poverty Rate
3.5%
Median Age
42.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ANNUNCIATION SCHOOL Tuckahoe, NY | 5.5 |
| AQUEBOGUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Aquebogue, NY | 5.5 |
| BARTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Patchogue, NY | 5.5 |
| BAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Patchogue, NY | 5.5 |
| BENJAMIN TURNER MIDDLE SCHOOL Mount Vernon, NY | 5.5 |
| BUFFALO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL OF TECHNOLOGY Buffalo, NY | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sawmill Intermediate School
What grades does Sawmill Intermediate School serve?
Sawmill Intermediate School serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.
How many students attend Sawmill Intermediate School?
Sawmill Intermediate School has an enrollment of approximately 558 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sawmill Intermediate School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sawmill Intermediate School is 9.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sawmill Intermediate School rank in NY?
Sawmill Intermediate School ranks #3,131 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Sawmill Intermediate School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sawmill Intermediate School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Sawmill Intermediate School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sawmill Intermediate School has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Sawmill Intermediate School a charter school?
No, Sawmill Intermediate School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sawmill Intermediate School a Title I school?
No, Sawmill Intermediate School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sawmill Intermediate School?
15.6% of students at Sawmill Intermediate 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
- 3rd – 5th
- Enrollment
- 558
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 60
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 15.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.9%
- Phone
- (631) 858-3655
Resources & Links
District
COMMACK UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 5,518
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $33,581
- District Rank
- #8 of 8
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