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Unqua Elementary School

Elementary School · MASSAPEQUA UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

350 UNQUA RD, Massapequa, NY 11758

Enrollment

489

Student-Teacher

11.9:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#3,150 of 4,742

In Massapequa

#7 of 8

public schools

In district

#8 of 9

MASSAPEQUA UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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5.5/10

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

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About Unqua Elementary School

Unqua Elementary School is a public elementary school in Massapequa, NY, part of MASSAPEQUA UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Unqua Elementary School serves approximately 489 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Unqua Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #3,150 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Unqua Elementary School show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.9 pts below district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 6.4
  • NY avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.8Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.19 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.5Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency58% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency34.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+4.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-26.7 pts
Overall Proficiency46% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)66% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-20.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile37th
Resources & Environment9.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$32,155
Chronic Absenteeism9.8%

Unqua Elementary School — Students at Unqua Elementary School score 46% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 66%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

7.2%

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 61.7% (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
98%
ELA
93%
2010
Math
89%
ELA
79%
2011
Math
90%
ELA
85%
2012
Math
50%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
63%
ELA
40%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
62%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2021*
Math
68.8%
ELA
70.5%
2022
Math
58.1%
ELA
34.2%

* 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: 3.8/10.

How Unqua Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.5/10
34th percentile in NY
Academic
5.5/10
Average
Growth
3.8/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.7/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
7%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
41 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.8%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

350 UNQUA RD, Massapequa, NY 11758

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Unqua Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NORTHWEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Amityville), which scores notably higher. Another option is ALBANY AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby North Massapequa), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MCKENNA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Massapequa Park), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Massapequa, see our Massapequa schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
BERNER MIDDLE SCHOOL Massapequa 0.3 mi 8.2
EAST LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Massapequa Park 0.9 mi 5.9
MASSAPEQUA HIGH SCHOOL Massapequa 0.9 mi 9.1
BIRCH LANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Massapequa Park 1.1 mi 5.8
MCKENNA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Massapequa Park 1.3 mi 7.6
PARK AVENUE SCHOOL Amityville 1.1 mi 3.8
NORTHWEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Amityville 1.4 mi 8.4
ST ROSE OF LIMA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Massapequa 1.3 mi 6.2
ST MARTIN OF TOURS SCHOOL Amityville 1.2 mi 5.8
EDMUND W MILES MIDDLE SCHOOL Amityville 1.6 mi 4.7
AMITYVILLE MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL Amityville 1.4 mi 6.6
MHS AMES CAMPUS Massapequa 1.6 mi 5.0
LOCKHART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Massapequa 1.6 mi 7.0
FAIRFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Massapequa 1.8 mi 6.5
FARMINGDALE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Farmingdale 2.4 mi 8.4
NORTHEAST SCHOOL Amityville 2.1 mi 6.2
DEAUVILLE GARDENS EAST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Copiague 2.0 mi 5.8
DEAUVILLE GARDENS WEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Copiague 2.0 mi 7.2
ALBANY AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Massapequa 2.5 mi 7.8
MONTESSORI CHILDRENS SCHOOL North Massapequa 2.2 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11758 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$157,404

Median Home Value

$624,800

Median Rent

$2,153/mo

Population

54,741

College Educated

49.5%

Homeownership

93.5%

Avg Commute

36 min

Poverty Rate

3.7%

Median Age

44.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Unqua Elementary School

What grades does Unqua Elementary School serve?

Unqua Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Unqua Elementary School?

Unqua Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 489 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Unqua Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Unqua Elementary School is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Unqua Elementary School rank in NY?

Unqua Elementary School ranks #3,150 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Unqua Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Unqua Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Unqua Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Unqua Elementary School has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Unqua Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Unqua Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

7.2% of students at Unqua 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
74 Very Walkable
Transit Score
31 Some Transit
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
489
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Free/Reduced Lunch
7.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Nassau County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.8%

District

MASSAPEQUA UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
6,542
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$32,155
District Rank
#8 of 9

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