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Southwest Elementary School
Elementary School · BRENTWOOD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
1095 JOSELSEN AVE, Bay Shore, NY 11706
Enrollment
955
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
955
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,443 of 4,742
In Bay Shore
#11 of 11
public schools
In district
#17 of 17
BRENTWOOD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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Southwest Elementary School
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About Southwest Elementary School
Southwest Elementary School is a public elementary school in Bay Shore, NY, part of BRENTWOOD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Southwest Elementary School serves approximately 955 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Southwest Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #4,443 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Southwest Elementary School show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.4
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at Southwest Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Southwest Elementary School — Students at Southwest Elementary School score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
77.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 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: 2.8/10.
How Southwest Elementary School Compares
See how Southwest Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1095 JOSELSEN AVE, Bay Shore, NY 11706
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Southwest Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. JOHN F KENNEDY INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Deer Park), which scores notably higher. Another option is FIFTH AVENUE SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MARY G CLARKSON SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bay Shore, see our Bay Shore schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WEST MIDDLE SCHOOL Bay Shore | 0.6 mi | 5.6 |
| HEMLOCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bay Shore | 0.7 mi | 4.4 |
| BAY SHORE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bay Shore | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| ASCENT SCHOOL FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH AUTISM Deer Park | 1.4 mi | — |
| MANETUCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Islip | 1.8 mi | 5.7 |
| MARY G CLARKSON SCHOOL Bay Shore | 1.6 mi | 6.2 |
| GARDINER MANOR SCHOOL Bay Shore | 2.1 mi | 5.0 |
| PARLIAMENT PLACE SCHOOL North Babylon | 1.8 mi | 5.1 |
| FIFTH AVENUE SCHOOL Bay Shore | 2.0 mi | 6.3 |
| UDALL ROAD MIDDLE SCHOOL West Islip | 2.2 mi | 6.1 |
| BAY SHORE MIDDLE SCHOOL Bay Shore | 1.9 mi | 5.9 |
| OQUENOCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Islip | 2.4 mi | 6.1 |
| OAK PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bay Shore | 2.0 mi | 5.3 |
| BAY SHORE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Bay Shore | 2.2 mi | 8.4 |
| FRESHMAN CENTER Brentwood | 2.6 mi | 4.3 |
| BRENTWOOD HIGH SCHOOL Brentwood | 2.3 mi | 6.8 |
| SOUTH MIDDLE SCHOOL Brentwood | 2.2 mi | 4.0 |
| BRENTWOOD RESIDENTIAL CENTER Dix Hills | 2.7 mi | — |
| JOHN F KENNEDY INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Deer Park | 2.2 mi | 7.1 |
| TWIN PINES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brentwood | 2.8 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11706 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$115,112
Median Home Value
$464,300
Median Rent
$1,885/mo
Population
68,648
College Educated
26.4%
Homeownership
74.8%
Avg Commute
28.1 min
Poverty Rate
7.3%
Median Age
37
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| GARDNERTOWN LEADERSHIP ACADEMY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Newburgh, NY | 3.6 |
| MICHAEL A MAROUN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Phoenix, NY | 3.6 |
| PS 223 LYNDON B JOHNSON Jamaica, NY | 3.6 |
| THIELLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Thiells, NY | 3.6 |
| UNION PLEASANT AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hamburg, NY | 3.6 |
| ACHIEVEMENT FIRST NORTH BROOKLYN PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 3.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Southwest Elementary School
What grades does Southwest Elementary School serve?
Southwest Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Southwest Elementary School?
Southwest Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 955 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Southwest Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Southwest Elementary School is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Southwest Elementary School rank in NY?
Southwest Elementary School ranks #4,443 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Southwest Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Southwest Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 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 Southwest Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Southwest Elementary School has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Southwest Elementary School a charter school?
No, Southwest Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Southwest Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Southwest Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Southwest Elementary School?
77.9% of students at Southwest 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 955
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 75
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 77.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.6%
- Phone
- (631) 434-2261
Resources & Links
District
BRENTWOOD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 18,443
- Schools in District
- 17
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,306
- District Rank
- #17 of 17
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