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#212 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 4% in state

Sylvan Avenue Elementary School

Elementary School · BAYPORT-BLUE POINT UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

600 SYLVAN AVE, Bayport, NY 11705

Enrollment

299

Student-Teacher

11.1:1

Score

8.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#212 of 4,742

In Bayport

#2 of 4

public schools

In district

#2 of 5

BAYPORT-BLUE POINT UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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Sylvan Avenue Elementary School

8.7/10

Elementary School in Bayport · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.3/10

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7.1/10

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About Sylvan Avenue Elementary School

Sylvan Avenue Elementary School is a public elementary school in Bayport, NY, part of BAYPORT-BLUE POINT UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Sylvan Avenue Elementary School serves approximately 299 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Sylvan Avenue Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #212 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Sylvan Avenue Elementary School show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.2 pts above district
  • This school 8.7 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.5
  • NY avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.6Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change0 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics8.7Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency76% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency78.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+22.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+17.5 pts
Overall Proficiency77% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)63% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+14.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile80th
Resources & Environment9.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$39,420
Chronic Absenteeism20.4%

Sylvan Avenue Elementary School — Students at Sylvan Avenue Elementary School score 77% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

18.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 68.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 70.1% (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
95%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
80%
ELA
73%
2011
Math
78%
ELA
73%
2012
Math
46%
ELA
43%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
41%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
54.5%
ELA
64.5%
2016
Math
44.5%
ELA
44.5%
2017
Math
64.5%
ELA
54.5%
2018
Math
54.5%
ELA
64.5%
2019
Math
54.5%
ELA
64.5%
2020*
Math
84.5%
ELA
95%
2021*
Math
83.6%
ELA
90.5%
2022
Math
76%
ELA
78.4%

* 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: 8.6/10.

How Sylvan Avenue Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.7/10
96th percentile in NY
Academic
8.7/10
Excellent
Growth
8.6/10
Excellent
Environment
9.1/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
18%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.4%

Location

600 SYLVAN AVE, Bayport, NY 11705

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sylvan Avenue Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BLUE POINT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Blue Point), a more accessible option. Another option is CHERRY AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby West Sayville), a more accessible option. Additionally, TAMARAC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Holbrook), a more accessible option. For more schools in Bayport, see our Bayport schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.1 mi
School Distance Rating
JAMES WILSON YOUNG MIDDLE SCHOOL Bayport 0.2 mi 7.1
BLUE POINT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Blue Point 0.7 mi 7.6
BAYPORT-BLUE POINT HIGH SCHOOL Bayport 0.9 mi 9.0
ACADEMY STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bayport 1.1 mi 6.3
SUNRISE DRIVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sayville 1.3 mi 4.1
RIVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Patchogue 1.5 mi 5.0
HOLY ANGELS REGIONAL SCHOOL Patchogue 1.9 mi 5.3
LINCOLN AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sayville 1.8 mi 5.2
SOUTH OCEAN MIDDLE SCHOOL Patchogue 2.0 mi 4.9
CANAAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Patchogue 2.5 mi 3.6
MERRIMAC SCHOOL Holbrook 2.6 mi 5.8
SAYVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Sayville 2.1 mi 8.1
GRUNDY AVENUE SCHOOL Holbrook 2.7 mi 4.2
BAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Patchogue 2.3 mi 5.5
MEDFORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Patchogue 2.7 mi 5.6
CHERRY AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Sayville 2.6 mi 6.4
SAYVILLE HIGH SCHOOL West Sayville 2.7 mi 8.9
TAMARAC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Holbrook 3.4 mi 6.4
SENECA MIDDLE SCHOOL Holbrook 3.6 mi 5.9
WEST SAYVILLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL West Sayville 3.1 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11705 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$161,214

Median Home Value

$618,300

Median Rent

$2,193/mo

Population

8,256

College Educated

56.2%

Homeownership

85.5%

Avg Commute

32.4 min

Poverty Rate

4.6%

Median Age

42.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sylvan Avenue Elementary School

What grades does Sylvan Avenue Elementary School serve?

Sylvan Avenue Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Sylvan Avenue Elementary School?

Sylvan Avenue Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 299 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sylvan Avenue Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Sylvan Avenue Elementary School is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Sylvan Avenue Elementary School rank in NY?

Sylvan Avenue Elementary School ranks #212 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Sylvan Avenue Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Sylvan Avenue Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 Sylvan Avenue Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Sylvan Avenue Elementary School has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Sylvan Avenue Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Sylvan Avenue Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

18.1% of students at Sylvan Avenue 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
26 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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How does Sylvan Avenue Elementary School stack up?

ACADEMY STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
6.3

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
299
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
18.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Suffolk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.4%

District

BAYPORT-BLUE POINT UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
1,877
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$39,420
District Rank
#2 of 5

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