Below Average
#4198 of 4,742 schools in NY
Sunrise Drive Elementary School
Elementary School · SAYVILLE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
320 SUNRISE DR, Sayville, NY 11782
Enrollment
392
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
392
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,198 of 4,742
In Sayville
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#5 of 5
SAYVILLE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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Sunrise Drive Elementary School
Elementary School in Sayville · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Sunrise Drive Elementary School
Sunrise Drive Elementary School is a public elementary school in Sayville, NY, part of SAYVILLE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Sunrise Drive Elementary School serves approximately 392 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Sunrise Drive Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #4,198 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Sunrise Drive Elementary School show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- District avg 5.2
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Sunrise Drive Elementary School — Students at Sunrise Drive Elementary School score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 66%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
8.4%
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: 2.3/10.
How Sunrise Drive Elementary School Compares
See how Sunrise Drive Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
320 SUNRISE DR, Sayville, NY 11782
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sunrise Drive Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SYLVAN AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Bayport), which scores notably higher. Another option is BLUE POINT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Blue Point), which scores notably higher. Additionally, EDWARD J BOSTI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Bohemia), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sayville, see our Sayville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LINCOLN AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sayville | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| SAYVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Sayville | 0.8 mi | 8.1 |
| ACADEMY STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bayport | 1.5 mi | 6.3 |
| JAMES WILSON YOUNG MIDDLE SCHOOL Bayport | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| BAYPORT-BLUE POINT HIGH SCHOOL Bayport | 1.5 mi | 9.0 |
| SYLVAN AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bayport | 1.3 mi | 8.7 |
| GRUNDY AVENUE SCHOOL Holbrook | 1.9 mi | 4.2 |
| CHERRY AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Sayville | 1.8 mi | 6.4 |
| MERRIMAC SCHOOL Holbrook | 2.0 mi | 5.8 |
| SAYVILLE HIGH SCHOOL West Sayville | 2.0 mi | 8.9 |
| EDWARD J BOSTI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bohemia | 1.9 mi | 7.4 |
| JOHN PEARL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bohemia | 2.0 mi | 5.2 |
| BLUE POINT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Blue Point | 2.0 mi | 7.6 |
| WEST SAYVILLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL West Sayville | 2.4 mi | 7.2 |
| SENECA MIDDLE SCHOOL Holbrook | 3.1 mi | 5.9 |
| SYCAMORE AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bohemia | 2.4 mi | 4.4 |
| RIVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Patchogue | 2.7 mi | 5.0 |
| TAMARAC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Holbrook | 3.3 mi | 6.4 |
| CANAAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Patchogue | 3.1 mi | 3.6 |
| OAKDALE-BOHEMIA MIDDLE SCHOOL Oakdale | 3.1 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11782 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$144,786
Median Home Value
$614,300
Median Rent
$2,338/mo
Population
14,537
College Educated
55.3%
Homeownership
76.3%
Avg Commute
31.6 min
Poverty Rate
5.9%
Median Age
44.1
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| BICYCLE PATH KINDERGARTEN-PRE K CENTER Selden, NY | 4.1 |
| BRIGHTER CHOICE CHARTER SCHOOL FOR BOYS Albany, NY | 4.1 |
| BROWNVILLE SCHOOL Brownville, NY | 4.1 |
| CHARLOTTE AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hamburg, NY | 4.1 |
| EAST COLDENHAM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Newburgh, NY | 4.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sunrise Drive Elementary School
What grades does Sunrise Drive Elementary School serve?
Sunrise Drive Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Sunrise Drive Elementary School?
Sunrise Drive Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 392 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sunrise Drive Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sunrise Drive Elementary School is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sunrise Drive Elementary School rank in NY?
Sunrise Drive Elementary School ranks #4,198 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Sunrise Drive Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sunrise Drive Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 Sunrise Drive Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sunrise Drive Elementary School has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Sunrise Drive Elementary School a charter school?
No, Sunrise Drive Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sunrise Drive Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Sunrise Drive Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sunrise Drive Elementary School?
8.4% of students at Sunrise Drive 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 392
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 8.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.0%
- Phone
- (631) 244-6750
Resources & Links
District
SAYVILLE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 2,643
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $35,014
- District Rank
- #5 of 5
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