Needs Improvement
#4637 of 4,742 schools in NY
Susan E Wiley School
Elementary School · COPIAGUE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
SCUDDER AVE, Copiague, NY 11726
Enrollment
624
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
3.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
624
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
3.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,637 of 4,742
In Copiague
#6 of 6
public schools
In district
#6 of 6
COPIAGUE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
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Susan E Wiley School
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About Susan E Wiley School
Susan E Wiley School is a public elementary school in Copiague, NY, part of COPIAGUE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Susan E Wiley School serves approximately 624 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Susan E Wiley School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 out of 10 and ranks #4,637 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Susan E Wiley School show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.0 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.0
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
40% of students at Susan E Wiley 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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Susan E Wiley School — Students at Susan E Wiley School score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
65.1%
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: 1.9/10.
How Susan E Wiley School Compares
See how Susan E Wiley School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
SCUDDER AVE, Copiague, NY 11726
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Susan E Wiley School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NORTHWEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Amityville), which scores notably higher. Another option is WILLIAM RALL SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Lindenhurst), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DANIEL STREET SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Lindenhurst), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Copiague, see our Copiague schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11726 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$125,691
Median Home Value
$451,300
Median Rent
$1,913/mo
Population
21,940
College Educated
25.6%
Homeownership
74.1%
Avg Commute
31.5 min
Poverty Rate
7.8%
Median Age
36.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Susan E Wiley School
What grades does Susan E Wiley School serve?
Susan E Wiley School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Susan E Wiley School?
Susan E Wiley School has an enrollment of approximately 624 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Susan E Wiley School?
The student-teacher ratio at Susan E Wiley School is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Susan E Wiley School rank in NY?
Susan E Wiley School ranks #4,637 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Susan E Wiley School's MySchoolScout rating?
Susan E Wiley School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 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 Susan E Wiley School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Susan E Wiley School has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Susan E Wiley School a charter school?
No, Susan E Wiley School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Susan E Wiley School a Title I school?
No, Susan E Wiley School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Susan E Wiley School?
65.1% of students at Susan E Wiley 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
- 624
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 65.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.1%
- Phone
- (631) 842-4014
Resources & Links
District
COPIAGUE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 4,862
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $31,937
- District Rank
- #6 of 6
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