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#1411 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 30% in state

Thomas J Lahey Elementary School

Elementary School · HARBORFIELDS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

625 PULASKI RD, Greenlawn, NY 11740

Enrollment

581

Student-Teacher

10.8:1

Score

7.3

Grades

3rd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#1,411 of 4,742

In Greenlawn

#3 of 3

public schools

In district

#4 of 4

HARBORFIELDS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Thomas J Lahey Elementary School

7.3/10

Elementary School in Greenlawn · grades 3rd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.7/10

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About Thomas J Lahey Elementary School

Thomas J Lahey Elementary School is a public elementary school in Greenlawn, NY, part of HARBORFIELDS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Thomas J Lahey Elementary School serves approximately 581 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Thomas J Lahey Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,411 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Thomas J Lahey Elementary School show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.6
  • NY avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.2Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.2 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.7Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency60.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency66.8% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+6.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+5.9 pts
Overall Proficiency64% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)64% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-0.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile66th
Resources & Environment9.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$32,343
Chronic Absenteeism12.9%

Thomas J Lahey Elementary School — Students at Thomas J Lahey Elementary School score 64% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

14.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 69.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 66.5% (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
97%
ELA
88%
2010
Math
79%
ELA
74%
2011
Math
83%
ELA
81%
2012
Math
54%
ELA
53%
2013
Math
64%
ELA
54%
2014
Math
64%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
63%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
65%
ELA
58%
2017
Math
66%
ELA
60%
2018
Math
70%
ELA
58%
2019
Math
70%
ELA
58%
2020*
Math
68%
ELA
72%
2021*
Math
68%
ELA
72.3%
2022
Math
60.2%
ELA
66.8%

* 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: 6.2/10.

How Thomas J Lahey Elementary School Compares

See how Thomas J Lahey Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.3/10
70th percentile in NY
Academic
7.7/10
Very Good
Growth
6.2/10
Average
Environment
9.5/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
14%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
54 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.9%

Location

625 PULASKI RD, Greenlawn, NY 11740

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Thomas J Lahey Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WASHINGTON DRIVE PRIMARY SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Centerport), which scores slightly higher. Another option is JAMES H BOYD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Huntington), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, SCHOOL HOUSE (rated 7.8/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby East Northport), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Greenlawn, see our Greenlawn schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
HARBORFIELDS HIGH SCHOOL Greenlawn 0.2 mi 8.7
ELWOOD MIDDLE SCHOOL Elwood 1.1 mi 7.1
NORTHPORT SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Northport 1.2 mi 8.8
PULASKI ROAD SCHOOL East Northport 1.2 mi 5.5
ELWOOD/JOHN GLENN HIGH SCHOOL Elwood 1.2 mi 8.6
JAMES H BOYD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Huntington 1.4 mi 7.8
OLDFIELD MIDDLE SCHOOL Greenlawn 1.4 mi 7.7
MAPLEWOOD INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Huntington Station 2.1 mi 5.4
SCHOOL HOUSE East Northport 2.0 mi 7.8
TRINITY REGIONAL SCHOOL-EAST NORTHPORT CAMPUS East Northport 1.8 mi 5.4
HARLEY AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elwood 1.9 mi 7.8
WASHINGTON DRIVE PRIMARY SCHOOL Centerport 2.1 mi 7.9
LOVE OF LEARNING MONTESSORI Centerport 2.4 mi 7.6
WASHINGTON SCHOOL Huntington Station 2.1 mi 6.4
EAST NORTHPORT MIDDLE SCHOOL East Northport 2.1 mi 7.4
OCEAN AVENUE SCHOOL Northport 2.8 mi 7.2
FLOWER HILL SCHOOL Huntington 2.6 mi 7.5
NORTHPORT MIDDLE SCHOOL Northport 3.0 mi 7.5
J TAYLOR FINLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL Huntington 2.6 mi 4.8
BURR INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Commack 2.7 mi 5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11740 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$161,705

Median Home Value

$686,900

Population

10,699

College Educated

57%

Homeownership

80.6%

Avg Commute

37.8 min

Poverty Rate

5.8%

Median Age

42.8

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School Rating
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CANISTEO-GREENWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Canisteo, NY 7.3
CAROLINE STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Saratoga Springs, NY 7.3
DOGWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Smithtown, NY 7.3
DOROTHY NOLAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Saratoga Springs, NY 7.3
ETHEL K FYLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rochester, NY 7.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Thomas J Lahey Elementary School

What grades does Thomas J Lahey Elementary School serve?

Thomas J Lahey Elementary School serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.

How many students attend Thomas J Lahey Elementary School?

Thomas J Lahey Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 581 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Thomas J Lahey Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Thomas J Lahey Elementary School is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Thomas J Lahey Elementary School rank in NY?

Thomas J Lahey Elementary School ranks #1,411 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Thomas J Lahey Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Thomas J Lahey Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Thomas J Lahey Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Thomas J Lahey Elementary School has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Thomas J Lahey Elementary School a charter school?

No, Thomas J Lahey Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Thomas J Lahey Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Thomas J Lahey Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Thomas J Lahey Elementary School?

14.3% of students at Thomas J Lahey 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
45 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
581
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
54
Free/Reduced Lunch
14.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Suffolk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.9%

District

HARBORFIELDS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
2,798
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$32,343
District Rank
#4 of 4

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