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#2691 of 4,742 schools in NY
Ulysses Byas Elementary School
Elementary School · ROOSEVELT UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
60 UNDERHILL AVE, Roosevelt, NY 11575
Enrollment
434
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
434
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,691 of 4,742
In Roosevelt
#2 of 6
public schools
In district
#2 of 5
ROOSEVELT UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
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Ulysses Byas Elementary School
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About Ulysses Byas Elementary School
Ulysses Byas Elementary School is a public elementary school in Roosevelt, NY, part of ROOSEVELT UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Ulysses Byas Elementary School serves approximately 434 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Ulysses Byas Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,691 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Ulysses Byas Elementary School show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- District avg 5.2
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
46% of students at Ulysses Byas 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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Ulysses Byas Elementary School — Students at Ulysses Byas Elementary School score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
63.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 35 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: 6.6/10.
How Ulysses Byas Elementary School Compares
See how Ulysses Byas Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
60 UNDERHILL AVE, Roosevelt, NY 11575
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ulysses Byas Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PROGRESSIVE SCHOOL OF LONG ISLAND (rated 8.2/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Merrick), which scores notably higher. Another option is NEW VISIONS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Freeport), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BROOKSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Baldwin), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Roosevelt, see our Roosevelt schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ROOSEVELT CHILDREN'S ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Roosevelt | 0.2 mi | 4.9 |
| THE CHILDREN'S LEARNING CENTER Roosevelt | 0.4 mi | 6.4 |
| WASHINGTON ROSE SCHOOL Roosevelt | 0.5 mi | 3.9 |
| COLUMBUS AVENUE SCHOOL Freeport | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| ROOSEVELT MIDDLE SCHOOL Roosevelt | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| CAROLINE G ATKINSON SCHOOL Freeport | 0.8 mi | 5.6 |
| CENTENNIAL AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Roosevelt | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| ROOSEVELT HIGH SCHOOL Roosevelt | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| SANFORD H CALHOUN HIGH SCHOOL Merrick | 0.8 mi | 9.2 |
| SMITH STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Uniondale | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| OLD MILL ROAD SCHOOL Merrick | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| JOHN W DODD MIDDLE SCHOOL Freeport | 1.3 mi | 4.9 |
| CAMP AVENUE SCHOOL Merrick | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| TURTLE HOOK MIDDLE SCHOOL Uniondale | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
| PROGRESSIVE SCHOOL OF LONG ISLAND Merrick | 1.3 mi | 8.2 |
| NEW VISIONS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Freeport | 1.6 mi | 7.9 |
| MERRICK AVENUE MIDDLE SCHOOL Merrick | 1.2 mi | 8.3 |
| WOODWARD CHILDRENS CENTER Freeport | 1.6 mi | 8.8 |
| BROOKSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Baldwin | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| BALDWIN SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Baldwin | 1.4 mi | 9.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11575 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$133,534
Median Home Value
$457,100
Median Rent
$2,579/mo
Population
19,430
College Educated
27.6%
Homeownership
76.2%
Avg Commute
34.6 min
Poverty Rate
4%
Median Age
34
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALBERTUS W BECKER SCHOOL Selkirk, NY | 6.0 |
| BAY RIDGE CATHOLIC ACADEMY Brooklyn, NY | 6.0 |
| BOLIVAR-RICHBURG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Richburg, NY | 6.0 |
| BREWERTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Central Square, NY | 6.0 |
| BRIDGEPORT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bridgeport, NY | 6.0 |
| CHARLES A LINDBERGH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Buffalo, NY | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ulysses Byas Elementary School
What grades does Ulysses Byas Elementary School serve?
Ulysses Byas Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Ulysses Byas Elementary School?
Ulysses Byas Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 434 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ulysses Byas Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Ulysses Byas 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 Ulysses Byas Elementary School rank in NY?
Ulysses Byas Elementary School ranks #2,691 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Ulysses Byas Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Ulysses Byas Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Ulysses Byas Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ulysses Byas Elementary School has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Ulysses Byas Elementary School a charter school?
No, Ulysses Byas Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ulysses Byas Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Ulysses Byas Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ulysses Byas Elementary School?
63.6% of students at Ulysses Byas 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
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 434
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 63.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Nassau County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.3%
- Phone
- (516) 345-7500
Resources & Links
District
ROOSEVELT UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 3,137
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $34,102
- District Rank
- #2 of 5
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