Very Good
#1530 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 32% in state
School 3
Elementary School · OCEANSIDE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
2852 FORTESQUE AVE, Oceanside, NY 11572
Enrollment
477
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
7.2
Grades
1st – 6th
Enrollment
477
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
7.2
Grades
1st – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,530 of 4,742
In Oceanside
#6 of 10
public schools
In district
#6 of 10
OCEANSIDE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic performance
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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School 3
Elementary School in Oceanside · grades 1st – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About School 3
School 3 is a public elementary school in Oceanside, NY, part of OCEANSIDE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. School 3 serves approximately 477 students, and covers grades 1st-6th, and has a 17:1 student-teacher ratio. School 3 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,530 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for School 3 show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- District avg 7.1
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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School 3 — Students at School 3 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 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: 6.9/10.
How School 3 Compares
See how School 3 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2852 FORTESQUE AVE, Oceanside, NY 11572
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering School 3 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SCHOOL 4 (rated 8.5/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is WILSON SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Rockville Centre), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, BAYVIEW AVENUE SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Freeport), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Oceanside, see our Oceanside schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SCHOOL 7-OCEANSIDE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Oceanside | 0.5 mi | 9.1 |
| SCHOOL 6-KINDERGARTEN CENTER Oceanside | 0.6 mi | 5.3 |
| CASTLETON ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL OF OCEANSIDE Oceanside | 0.6 mi | 7.5 |
| SCHOOL 5 Oceanside | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| STEELE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Baldwin | 0.8 mi | 7.9 |
| SCHOOL 4 Oceanside | 1.0 mi | 8.5 |
| SCHOOL 9M-OCEANSIDE MIDDLE SCHOOL Oceanside | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| BALDWIN MIDDLE SCHOOL Baldwin | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| SCHOOL 9E-BOARDMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Oceanside | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
| MEADOW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Baldwin | 1.2 mi | 8.1 |
| PLAZA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Baldwin | 1.4 mi | 7.6 |
| SCHOOL 2 Oceanside | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| FREEPORT HIGH SCHOOL Freeport | 1.4 mi | 7.9 |
| SOUTH SIDE HIGH SCHOOL Rockville Centre | 1.7 mi | 8.7 |
| SCHOOL 8 Oceanside | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
| WILSON SCHOOL Rockville Centre | 1.9 mi | 8.2 |
| SOUTH SIDE MIDDLE SCHOOL Rockville Centre | 1.7 mi | 8.3 |
| RIVERSIDE SCHOOL Rockville Centre | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| BAYVIEW AVENUE SCHOOL Freeport | 1.7 mi | 8.2 |
| BALDWIN SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Baldwin | 2.0 mi | 9.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11572 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$144,419
Median Home Value
$627,300
Median Rent
$2,118/mo
Population
30,627
College Educated
47.6%
Homeownership
91.8%
Avg Commute
35.6 min
Poverty Rate
2.8%
Median Age
44.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ABBEY LANE SCHOOL Levittown, NY | 7.2 |
| ACADEMIC LEADERSHIP CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 7.2 |
| AKRON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Akron, NY | 7.2 |
| ALDEN TERRACE SCHOOL Valley Stream, NY | 7.2 |
| ALTMAR-PARISH-WILLIAMSTOWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Parish, NY | 7.2 |
| ANNE HUTCHINSON SCHOOL Eastchester, NY | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about School 3
What grades does School 3 serve?
School 3 serves students in grades 1st through 6th.
How many students attend School 3?
School 3 has an enrollment of approximately 477 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at School 3?
The student-teacher ratio at School 3 is 17:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does School 3 rank in NY?
School 3 ranks #1,530 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is School 3's MySchoolScout rating?
School 3 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 School 3?
Based on loaded state assessment records, School 3 has 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is School 3 a charter school?
No, School 3 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is School 3 a Title I school?
No, School 3 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for School 3?
15.5% of students at School 3 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
- 1st – 6th
- Enrollment
- 477
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 15.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Nassau County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.3%
- Phone
- (516) 678-7564
Resources & Links
District
OCEANSIDE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 5,544
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,562
- District Rank
- #6 of 10
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