Excellent
#26 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 1% in state
Sea Cliff Elementary School
Elementary School · NORTH SHORE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
280 CARPENTER AVE, Sea Cliff, NY 11579
Enrollment
341
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
9.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
341
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
9.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#26 of 4,742
In district
#1 of 5
NORTH SHORE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Sea Cliff Elementary School
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About Sea Cliff Elementary School
Sea Cliff Elementary School is a public elementary school in Sea Cliff, NY, part of NORTH SHORE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Sea Cliff Elementary School serves approximately 341 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Sea Cliff Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 out of 10 and ranks #26 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Sea Cliff Elementary School show 87% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 9.3 · Excellent
- District avg 8.9
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Sea Cliff Elementary School — Students at Sea Cliff Elementary School score 84% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.3/10.
How Sea Cliff Elementary School Compares
See how Sea Cliff Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
280 CARPENTER AVE, Sea Cliff, NY 11579
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sea Cliff Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GLEN HEAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Glen Head), with a comparable rating. Another option is TIEGERMAN MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Glen Cove), with a comparable rating. Additionally, GLENWOOD LANDING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Glen Head), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Sea Cliff, see our Sea Cliff schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SCO FAMILY SERVICES - TYREE LEARNING CENTER Sea Cliff | 0.5 mi | 7.5 |
| NORTH SHORE MIDDLE SCHOOL Glen Head | 0.8 mi | 9.2 |
| NORTH SHORE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Glen Head | 0.8 mi | 9.0 |
| TIEGERMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Glen Cove | 0.9 mi | — |
| LANDING SCHOOL Glen Cove | 1.2 mi | 4.0 |
| GLENWOOD LANDING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Glen Head | 1.3 mi | 8.5 |
| GLEN HEAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Glen Head | 1.3 mi | 8.8 |
| TIEGERMAN MIDDLE SCHOOL Glen Cove | 1.4 mi | 8.8 |
| DEASY SCHOOL Glen Cove | 1.8 mi | 6.6 |
| ROBERT M FINLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL Glen Cove | 1.8 mi | 7.1 |
| GREEK LANGUAGE INSTITUTE Port Washington | 1.8 mi | 3.6 |
| NORTH SHORE DAY SCHOOL Glen Cove | 2.3 mi | — |
| GLEN COVE HIGH SCHOOL Glen Cove | 2.4 mi | 7.7 |
| GRIBBIN SCHOOL Glen Cove | 2.3 mi | 6.8 |
| CONNOLLY SCHOOL Glen Cove | 2.0 mi | 4.2 |
| PAUL D SCHREIBER SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Port Washington | 2.3 mi | 8.9 |
| HARBOR HILL SCHOOL Greenvale | 2.9 mi | 8.4 |
| SOUTH SALEM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port Washington | 2.6 mi | 7.4 |
| THE GREENVALE SCHOOL Old Brookville | 2.6 mi | 8.1 |
| CARRIE PALMER WEBER MIDDLE SCHOOL Port Washington | 2.5 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11579 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$185,650
Median Home Value
$926,500
Median Rent
$2,268/mo
Population
5,037
College Educated
62.5%
Homeownership
81.9%
Avg Commute
35.7 min
Poverty Rate
1.6%
Median Age
41.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BROOKLYN PROSPECT CHARTER SCHOOL - CSD 13.2 Brooklyn, NY | 9.3 |
| GREENACRES SCHOOL Scarsdale, NY | 9.3 |
| HEATHCOTE SCHOOL Scarsdale, NY | 9.4 |
| JEFFREY RATNER-ROBERT SEAMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jericho, NY | 9.2 |
| PS 94 DAVID D PORTER Little Neck, NY | 9.2 |
| EDGEWOOD SCHOOL Scarsdale, NY | 9.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sea Cliff Elementary School
What grades does Sea Cliff Elementary School serve?
Sea Cliff Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Sea Cliff Elementary School?
Sea Cliff Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 341 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sea Cliff Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sea Cliff Elementary School is 10.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sea Cliff Elementary School rank in NY?
Sea Cliff Elementary School ranks #26 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Sea Cliff Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sea Cliff Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 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 Sea Cliff Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sea Cliff Elementary School has 87% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Sea Cliff Elementary School a charter school?
No, Sea Cliff Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sea Cliff Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Sea Cliff Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 341
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Nassau County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.3%
- Phone
- (516) 277-7501
Resources & Links
District
NORTH SHORE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 2,534
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $43,421
- District Rank
- #1 of 5
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