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#4226 of 4,742 schools in NY

Southeast Elementary School

Elementary School · BRENTWOOD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

1 MELODY LN, Brentwood, NY 11717

Enrollment

544

Student-Teacher

16.5:1

Score

4.0

Grades

1st – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#4,226 of 4,742

In Brentwood

#12 of 13

public schools

In district

#15 of 17

BRENTWOOD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

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Southeast Elementary School

4.0/10

Elementary School in Brentwood · grades 1st – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Southeast Elementary School

Southeast Elementary School is a public elementary school in Brentwood, NY, part of BRENTWOOD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Southeast Elementary School serves approximately 544 students, and covers grades 1st-5th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Southeast Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #4,226 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Southeast Elementary School show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.4 pts below district
  • This school 4.0 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.4
  • NY avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.0Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.54 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.7Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency29% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency27.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-24.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-33.7 pts
Overall Proficiency28% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-11.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile28th
Resources & Environment5.6Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$27,306
Chronic Absenteeism24.4%

Southeast Elementary School — Students at Southeast Elementary School score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

86.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 31.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 29.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.0% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 34 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
89%
ELA
65%
2010
Math
63%
ELA
42%
2011
Math
60%
ELA
46%
2012
Math
16%
ELA
14%
2013
Math
23%
ELA
14%
2014
Math
22%
ELA
12%
2015
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2016
Math
17%
ELA
17%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
17%
2018
Math
26%
ELA
18%
2019
Math
26%
ELA
18%
2020*
Math
24%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
23.5%
ELA
36.5%
2022
Math
29%
ELA
27.2%

* 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: 3.0/10.

How Southeast Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
4.0/10
11th percentile in NY
Academic
4.7/10
Below Average
Growth
3.0/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.6/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
87%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.4%

Location

1 MELODY LN, Brentwood, NY 11717

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Southeast Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Islip), which scores notably higher. Another option is ANTHONY ALFANO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Central Islip), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MARY G CLARKSON SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Bay Shore), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brentwood, see our Brentwood schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
LAUREL PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brentwood 0.3 mi 4.7
LORETTA PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brentwood 0.4 mi 3.8
EAST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brentwood 1.1 mi 4.6
EAST MIDDLE SCHOOL Brentwood 1.2 mi 4.7
SOUTH MIDDLE SCHOOL Brentwood 1.1 mi 4.0
COMMACK ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Islip 1.5 mi 3.6
OAK PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bay Shore 1.3 mi 5.3
BRENTWOOD HIGH SCHOOL Brentwood 1.5 mi 6.8
CORDELLO AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Central Islip 1.8 mi 6.1
WING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Islip 2.0 mi 7.5
NORTHEAST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brentwood 2.2 mi 4.1
OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE EAST Central Islip 2.1 mi 5.2
ISLIP HIGH SCHOOL Islip 2.4 mi 8.5
ANTHONY ALFANO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Central Islip 2.2 mi 7.4
BAY SHORE MIDDLE SCHOOL Bay Shore 2.2 mi 5.9
MARY G CLARKSON SCHOOL Bay Shore 2.1 mi 6.2
BROOK AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bay Shore 2.4 mi 6.1
PINE PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brentwood 2.2 mi 4.5
ISLIP MIDDLE SCHOOL Islip 2.6 mi 5.7
TWIN PINES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brentwood 2.2 mi 5.1

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BENNETT PARK MONTESSORI SCHOOL Buffalo, NY 4.0
BIRCHWOOD INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Melville, NY 4.0
BROOKHAVEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brookhaven, NY 4.0
DONLIN DRIVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Liverpool, NY 4.0
E J RUSSELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pine Bush, NY 4.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Southeast Elementary School

What grades does Southeast Elementary School serve?

Southeast Elementary School serves students in grades 1st through 5th.

How many students attend Southeast Elementary School?

Southeast Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 544 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Southeast Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Southeast Elementary School is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Southeast Elementary School rank in NY?

Southeast Elementary School ranks #4,226 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Southeast Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Southeast Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Southeast Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Southeast Elementary School has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Southeast Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Southeast Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Southeast Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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

86.9% of students at Southeast Elementary 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
20 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
1st – 5th
Enrollment
544
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Free/Reduced Lunch
86.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Suffolk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.4%

District

BRENTWOOD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
18,443
Schools in District
17
Per-Pupil Spending
$27,306
District Rank
#15 of 17

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