Below Average
#4184 of 4,742 schools in NY
Tangier Smith Elementary School
Elementary School · WILLIAM FLOYD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
336 BLANCO DR, Mastic Beach, NY 11951
Enrollment
764
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
764
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,184 of 4,742
In Mastic Beach
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#8 of 9
WILLIAM FLOYD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
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Tangier Smith Elementary School
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About Tangier Smith Elementary School
Tangier Smith Elementary School is a public elementary school in Mastic Beach, NY, part of WILLIAM FLOYD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Tangier Smith Elementary School serves approximately 764 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Tangier Smith Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #4,184 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Tangier Smith Elementary School show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- District avg 5.1
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
41% of students at Tangier Smith 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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Tangier Smith Elementary School — Students at Tangier Smith Elementary School score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
56.8%
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: 2.9/10.
How Tangier Smith Elementary School Compares
See how Tangier Smith Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
336 BLANCO DR, Mastic Beach, NY 11951
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Tangier Smith Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WILLIAM FLOYD LEARNING CENTER (rated 8.0/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Shirley), which scores notably higher. Another option is SOUTH STREET SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby Manorville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DAYTON AVENUE SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Manorville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mastic Beach, see our Mastic Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11951 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$108,877
Median Home Value
$321,200
Median Rent
$2,313/mo
Population
15,830
College Educated
20.5%
Homeownership
81.2%
Avg Commute
37.8 min
Poverty Rate
22.2%
Median Age
38.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Tangier Smith Elementary School
What grades does Tangier Smith Elementary School serve?
Tangier Smith Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Tangier Smith Elementary School?
Tangier Smith Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 764 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Tangier Smith Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Tangier Smith Elementary School is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Tangier Smith Elementary School rank in NY?
Tangier Smith Elementary School ranks #4,184 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Tangier Smith Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Tangier Smith 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 Tangier Smith Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Tangier Smith Elementary School has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Tangier Smith Elementary School a charter school?
No, Tangier Smith Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Tangier Smith Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Tangier Smith Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Tangier Smith Elementary School?
56.8% of students at Tangier Smith 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
- 764
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 51
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 56.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.2%
- Phone
- (631) 874-1341
Resources & Links
District
WILLIAM FLOYD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 9,417
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $29,684
- District Rank
- #8 of 9
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