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#1979 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 42% in state
School 5
Elementary School · OCEANSIDE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
2440 N OCEANSIDE RD, Oceanside, NY 11572
Enrollment
450
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
6.7
Grades
1st – 6th
Enrollment
450
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
6.7
Grades
1st – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,979 of 4,742
In Oceanside
#9 of 10
public schools
In district
#9 of 10
OCEANSIDE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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School 5
Elementary School in Oceanside · grades 1st – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About School 5
School 5 is a public elementary school in Oceanside, NY, part of OCEANSIDE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. School 5 serves approximately 450 students, and covers grades 1st-6th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. School 5 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,979 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for School 5 show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- District avg 7.1
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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School 5 — Students at School 5 score 51% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
16.7%
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: 6.2/10.
How School 5 Compares
See how School 5 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
2440 N OCEANSIDE RD, Oceanside, NY 11572
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering School 5 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WATSON SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Rockville Centre), which scores notably higher. Another option is SCHOOL 4 (rated 8.5/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HEWITT SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Rockville Centre), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Oceanside, see our Oceanside schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SCHOOL 6-KINDERGARTEN CENTER Oceanside | 0.6 mi | 5.3 |
| CASTLETON ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL OF OCEANSIDE Oceanside | 0.6 mi | 7.5 |
| SCHOOL 3 Oceanside | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| SOUTH SIDE MIDDLE SCHOOL Rockville Centre | 0.9 mi | 8.3 |
| SCHOOL 7-OCEANSIDE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Oceanside | 1.1 mi | 9.1 |
| SCHOOL 2 Oceanside | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| PLAZA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Baldwin | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| SOUTH SIDE HIGH SCHOOL Rockville Centre | 1.2 mi | 8.7 |
| ROSA LEE YOUNG CHILDHOOD CENTER Rockville Centre | 1.1 mi | — |
| SCHOOL 4 Oceanside | 1.3 mi | 8.5 |
| WILSON SCHOOL Rockville Centre | 1.3 mi | 8.2 |
| RIVERSIDE SCHOOL Rockville Centre | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| WATSON SCHOOL Rockville Centre | 1.3 mi | 8.9 |
| HEWITT SCHOOL Rockville Centre | 1.5 mi | 8.4 |
| SCHOOL 8 Oceanside | 1.6 mi | 7.2 |
| STEELE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Baldwin | 1.4 mi | 7.9 |
| EAST ROCKAWAY JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL East Rockaway | 1.4 mi | 7.3 |
| SCHOOL 9M-OCEANSIDE MIDDLE SCHOOL Oceanside | 2.0 mi | 6.8 |
| LENOX ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Baldwin | 1.9 mi | 7.2 |
| SCHOOL 9E-BOARDMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Oceanside | 2.0 mi | 7.2 |
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 |
|---|---|
| BAYVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Islip, NY | 6.7 |
| BENJAMIN FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Yorktown Heights, NY | 6.7 |
| CAHILL SCHOOL Saugerties, NY | 6.7 |
| CHILDREN'S WORKSHOP SCHOOL (THE) New York, NY | 6.7 |
| COMMUNITY ROOTS CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 6.7 |
| DIVINE WISDOM CATHOLIC ACADEMY Douglaston, NY | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about School 5
What grades does School 5 serve?
School 5 serves students in grades 1st through 6th.
How many students attend School 5?
School 5 has an enrollment of approximately 450 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at School 5?
The student-teacher ratio at School 5 is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does School 5 rank in NY?
School 5 ranks #1,979 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is School 5's MySchoolScout rating?
School 5 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 5?
Based on loaded state assessment records, School 5 has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is School 5 a charter school?
No, School 5 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is School 5 a Title I school?
No, School 5 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for School 5?
16.7% of students at School 5 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
- 450
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 16.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Nassau County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.4%
- Phone
- (516) 678-7585
Resources & Links
District
OCEANSIDE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 5,544
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,562
- District Rank
- #9 of 10
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