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#1531 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 32% in state

School 8

Elementary School · OCEANSIDE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

3252 FULTON AVE, Oceanside, NY 11572

Enrollment

419

Student-Teacher

15.5:1

Score

7.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#1,531 of 4,742

In Oceanside

#7 of 10

public schools

In district

#7 of 10

OCEANSIDE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

Academic growth

7.3 / 10

Very Good

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School 8

7.2/10

Elementary School in Oceanside · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.5/10

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7.6/10

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About School 8

School 8 is a public elementary school in Oceanside, NY, part of OCEANSIDE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. School 8 serves approximately 419 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. School 8 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,531 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for School 8 show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.2 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.1
  • NY avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.3Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.69 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics7.3Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency58.1% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency59.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+4.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-1.5 pts
Overall Proficiency59% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)64% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-5.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile60th
Resources & Environment6.7Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$28,562
Chronic Absenteeism20.3%

School 8 — Students at School 8 score 59% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

14.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 65.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
45.9% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 61.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
58.4% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 36 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
92%
ELA
84%
2010
Math
79%
ELA
69%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
73%
2012
Math
40%
ELA
40%
2013
Math
54%
ELA
33%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
32%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2021*
Math
66.2%
ELA
72.4%
2022
Math
58.1%
ELA
59.4%

* 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: 7.3/10.

How School 8 Compares

See how School 8 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.2/10
68th percentile in NY
Academic
7.3/10
Very Good
Growth
7.3/10
Very Good
Environment
6.7/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
14%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.3%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

3252 FULTON AVE, Oceanside, NY 11572

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering School 8 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SCHOOL 4 (rated 8.5/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MARION STREET SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Lynbrook), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CENTRE AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby East Rockaway), 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 4 Oceanside 0.5 mi 8.5
SCHOOL 2 Oceanside 0.9 mi 7.6
CASTLETON ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL OF OCEANSIDE Oceanside 1.0 mi 7.5
SCHOOL 6-KINDERGARTEN CENTER Oceanside 1.0 mi 5.3
SCHOOL 7-OCEANSIDE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Oceanside 0.9 mi 9.1
SCHOOL 9M-OCEANSIDE MIDDLE SCHOOL Oceanside 1.0 mi 6.8
EAST ROCKAWAY JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL East Rockaway 1.2 mi 7.3
SCHOOL 9E-BOARDMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Oceanside 1.1 mi 7.2
RHAME AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Rockaway 1.1 mi 4.4
RIVERSIDE SCHOOL Rockville Centre 1.5 mi 7.0
CENTRE AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Rockaway 1.5 mi 7.9
SCHOOL 5 Oceanside 1.6 mi 6.7
ISLAND PARK LINCOLN ORENS MIDDLE SCHOOL Island Park 1.7 mi 5.9
SCHOOL 3 Oceanside 1.4 mi 7.2
WAVERLY PARK SCHOOL East Rockaway 1.6 mi 7.1
MARION STREET SCHOOL Lynbrook 1.7 mi 8.3
SOUTH SIDE MIDDLE SCHOOL Rockville Centre 2.1 mi 8.3
ROSA LEE YOUNG CHILDHOOD CENTER Rockville Centre 2.2 mi
FRANCIS X HEGARTY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Island Park 2.2 mi 6.2
KINDERGARTEN CENTER Lynbrook 2.0 mi 7.1

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about School 8

What grades does School 8 serve?

School 8 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend School 8?

School 8 has an enrollment of approximately 419 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at School 8?

The student-teacher ratio at School 8 is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does School 8 rank in NY?

School 8 ranks #1,531 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is School 8's MySchoolScout rating?

School 8 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 8?

Based on loaded state assessment records, School 8 has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is School 8 a charter school?

No, School 8 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is School 8 a Title I school?

No, School 8 is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for School 8?

14.1% of students at School 8 qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
73 Very Walkable
Transit Score
36 Some Transit
Bike Score
51 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
419
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
14.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Nassau County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.3%

District

OCEANSIDE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
5,544
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$28,562
District Rank
#7 of 10

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