Below Average
#4238 of 4,742 schools in NY
Based on limited data
Unity Drive Kindergarten-pre K Center
Elementary School · MIDDLE COUNTRY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
11 UNITY DR, Centereach, NY 11720
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on NY statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
538
Student-Teacher
28.3:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
538
Student-Teacher
28.3:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,238 of 4,742
In Centereach
#7 of 8
public schools
In district
#12 of 14
MIDDLE COUNTRY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
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Unity Drive Kindergarten-pre K Center
Elementary School in Centereach · grades Pre-K – Kindergarten. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Unity Drive Kindergarten-pre K Center
Unity Drive Kindergarten-pre K Center is a public elementary school in Centereach, NY, part of MIDDLE COUNTRY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Unity Drive Kindergarten-pre K Center serves approximately 538 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Kindergarten, and has a 28.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Unity Drive Kindergarten-pre K Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #4,238 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 4.4
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Unity Drive Kindergarten-pre K Center runs 28.3:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
38.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Unity Drive Kindergarten-pre K Center Compares
See how Unity Drive Kindergarten-pre K Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
11 UNITY DR, Centereach, NY 11720
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Unity Drive Kindergarten-pre K Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ARROWHEAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby East Setauket), which scores notably higher. Another option is WENONAH SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Lake Grove), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CAYUGA SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Lake Grove), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Centereach, see our Centereach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| OUR SAVIOR NEW AMERICAN SCHOOL Centereach | 0.2 mi | 8.1 |
| CENTEREACH HIGH SCHOOL Centereach | 0.7 mi | 8.2 |
| DAWNWOOD MIDDLE SCHOOL Centereach | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| OXHEAD ROAD SCHOOL Centereach | 0.7 mi | 3.7 |
| JERICHO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Centereach | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| NORTH COLEMAN ROAD SCHOOL Centereach | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| HOLBROOK ROAD SCHOOL Centereach | 1.5 mi | 4.8 |
| NEWFIELD HIGH SCHOOL Selden | 1.3 mi | 7.9 |
| SELDEN MIDDLE SCHOOL Centereach | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| HAWKINS PATH SCHOOL Selden | 1.9 mi | 4.0 |
| SACHEM HIGH SCHOOL NORTH Lake Ronkonkoma | 2.2 mi | 8.6 |
| EUGENE AUER MEMORIAL SCHOOL Lake Grove | 1.8 mi | 5.2 |
| SAMOSET MIDDLE SCHOOL Lake Ronkonkoma | 2.4 mi | 5.8 |
| CAYUGA SCHOOL Lake Grove | 2.3 mi | 5.9 |
| BOYLE ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port Jefferson Station | 2.6 mi | 4.2 |
| ROBERT CUSHMAN MURPHY JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL East Setauket | 2.5 mi | 8.6 |
| CHIPPEWA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Holtsville | 2.7 mi | 5.2 |
| NOKOMIS SCHOOL Holbrook | 3.0 mi | 4.6 |
| WENONAH SCHOOL Lake Grove | 2.4 mi | 6.3 |
| ARROWHEAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Setauket | 3.0 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11720 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$128,015
Median Home Value
$471,600
Median Rent
$2,377/mo
Population
28,669
College Educated
35.3%
Homeownership
85.7%
Avg Commute
31.6 min
Poverty Rate
5.1%
Median Age
38.9
Similar Schools
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ARTHUR P MOMOT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plattsburgh, NY | 4.0 |
| BENNETT PARK MONTESSORI SCHOOL Buffalo, NY | 4.0 |
| BIRCHWOOD INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Melville, NY | 4.0 |
| BROOKHAVEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brookhaven, NY | 4.0 |
| DONLIN DRIVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Liverpool, NY | 4.0 |
| DURAND-EASTMAN INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Rochester, NY | 4.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Unity Drive Kindergarten-pre K Center
What grades does Unity Drive Kindergarten-pre K Center serve?
Unity Drive Kindergarten-pre K Center serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.
How many students attend Unity Drive Kindergarten-pre K Center?
Unity Drive Kindergarten-pre K Center has an enrollment of approximately 538 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Unity Drive Kindergarten-pre K Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Unity Drive Kindergarten-pre K Center is 28.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Unity Drive Kindergarten-pre K Center rank in NY?
Unity Drive Kindergarten-pre K Center ranks #4,238 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Unity Drive Kindergarten-pre K Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Unity Drive Kindergarten-pre K Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Unity Drive Kindergarten-pre K Center a charter school?
No, Unity Drive Kindergarten-pre K Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Unity Drive Kindergarten-pre K Center a Title I school?
No, Unity Drive Kindergarten-pre K Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Unity Drive Kindergarten-pre K Center?
38.5% of students at Unity Drive Kindergarten-pre K Center 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 538
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 28.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 38.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.1%
- Phone
- (631) 285-8760
Resources & Links
District
MIDDLE COUNTRY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 9,467
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,780
- District Rank
- #12 of 14
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