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#1896 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 40% in state
Sunquam Elementary School
Elementary School · HALF HOLLOW HILLS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
515 SWEET HOLLOW RD, Melville, NY 11747
Enrollment
489
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
489
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,896 of 4,742
In Melville
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#9 of 9
HALF HOLLOW HILLS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Sunquam Elementary School
Sunquam Elementary School is a public elementary school in Melville, NY, part of HALF HOLLOW HILLS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Sunquam Elementary School serves approximately 489 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Sunquam Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,896 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Sunquam Elementary School show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- District avg 7.5
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Sunquam Elementary School — Students at Sunquam Elementary School score 60% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
19.8%
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: 5.4/10.
How Sunquam Elementary School Compares
See how Sunquam Elementary School 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
515 SWEET HOLLOW RD, Melville, NY 11747
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sunquam Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. OLD BETHPAGE SCHOOL (rated 9.1/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Old Bethpage), which scores notably higher. Another option is WALT WHITMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Woodbury), which scores notably higher. Additionally, COUNTRYWOOD PRIMARY CENTER (rated 7.2/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Huntington Station), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Melville, see our Melville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11747 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$154,914
Median Home Value
$747,900
Median Rent
$3,501/mo
Population
19,826
College Educated
62.4%
Homeownership
88%
Avg Commute
32.3 min
Poverty Rate
4.5%
Median Age
50.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sunquam Elementary School
What grades does Sunquam Elementary School serve?
Sunquam Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Sunquam Elementary School?
Sunquam Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 489 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sunquam Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sunquam Elementary School is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sunquam Elementary School rank in NY?
Sunquam Elementary School ranks #1,896 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Sunquam Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sunquam Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Sunquam Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sunquam Elementary School has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Sunquam Elementary School a charter school?
No, Sunquam Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sunquam Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Sunquam Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sunquam Elementary School?
19.8% of students at Sunquam 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
- 489
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 19.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.0%
- Phone
- (631) 592-3750
Resources & Links
District
HALF HOLLOW HILLS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 7,248
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $35,416
- District Rank
- #9 of 9
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