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#934 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 20% in state

Wading River School

Elementary School · SHOREHAM-WADING RIVER CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

1900 WADNG RVR MNR RD, Wading River, NY 11792

Enrollment

435

Student-Teacher

10.6:1

Score

7.8

Grades

3rd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#934 of 4,742

In Wading River

#1 of 2

public schools

In district

#3 of 4

SHOREHAM-WADING RIVER CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

10.0 / 10

Excellent

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Wading River School

7.8/10

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

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About Wading River School

Wading River School is a public elementary school in Wading River, NY, part of SHOREHAM-WADING RIVER CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Wading River School serves approximately 435 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Wading River School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #934 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Wading River School show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

What's said publicly about Wading River School

Sources: School's website

Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.

The provided sources focus primarily on the Shoreham-Wading River Central School District rather than Wading River School specifically. The district has been selected as a NAMM Best Community for Music Education for the sixth consecutive year 1 . Recent news highlights include sixth-grade students at Prodell Middle School participating in a drone unit within their STEAM class 1 . Additionally, Shoreham-Wading River High School seniors Leyton Mangiamele and Colten Sisler were awarded Chick Evans Scholarships 1 . Students in the high school’s Pre-College STEM program participated in the IceCube Masterclass at Stony Brook University 1 . A group of 25 students from various grade levels visited Port Jefferson Village for America’s 250th Revolutionary Historical Passport program 1 . The Prodell Library Makerspace launched a program called “Tech Tub Takeoff” 1 . The district also observes Mental Health Awareness Month in May 1 . Health requirements for the 2025-26 school year include specific vaccine doses for kindergarten and sixth grade 1 .
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How it compares1.8 pts above district
  • This school 7.8 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.0
  • NY avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.2Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.77 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics7.2Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency61% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency61.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+7.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+0.4 pts
Overall Proficiency61% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)69% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-7.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile59th
Resources & Environment10.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$35,610

Wading River School — Students at Wading River School score 61% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 69.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 63.2% (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
95%
ELA
88%
2010
Math
79%
ELA
73%
2011
Math
80%
ELA
76%
2012
Math
37%
ELA
39%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
48%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
72%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
72%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
72%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2021*
Math
74%
ELA
76.3%
2022
Math
61%
ELA
61.3%

* 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: 7.2/10.

How Wading River School Compares

See how Wading River School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.8/10
80th percentile in NY
Academic
7.2/10
Very Good
Growth
7.2/10
Very Good
Environment
10.0/10
Excellent

Location

1900 WADNG RVR MNR RD, Wading River, NY 11792

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Wading River School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SOUTH STREET SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 6.4 miles away, in nearby Manorville), with a very similar rating. Another option is FRANK J CARASITI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Rocky Point), with a very similar rating. Additionally, DAYTON AVENUE SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 7.4 miles away, in nearby Manorville), a more accessible option. For more schools in Wading River, see our Wading River schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 9.7 mi
School Distance Rating
LITTLE FLOWER SCHOOL Wading River 1.4 mi 4.8
SHOREHAM-WADING RIVER HIGH SCHOOL Shoreham 1.4 mi 8.9
MILLER AVENUE SCHOOL Shoreham 2.7 mi 4.3
ALBERT G PRODELL MIDDLE SCHOOL Shoreham 3.1 mi 7.9
RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ridge 4.0 mi 6.0
JOSEPH A EDGAR IMTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Rocky Point 4.7 mi 5.1
SOUTH STREET SCHOOL Manorville 6.4 mi 7.5
RIVERHEAD CHARTER SCHOOL Calverton 5.2 mi 5.1
FRANK J CARASITI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rocky Point 5.3 mi 7.5
ROCKY POINT HIGH SCHOOL Rocky Point 5.3 mi 8.2
RILEY AVENUE SCHOOL Calverton 5.3 mi 3.5
ROCKY POINT MIDDLE SCHOOL Rocky Point 5.3 mi 6.7
LONGWOOD JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Middle Island 6.7 mi 7.2
DAYTON AVENUE SCHOOL Manorville 7.4 mi 6.3
EASTPORT-SOUTH MANOR JUNIOR SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Manorville 8.0 mi 7.0
LONGWOOD HIGH SCHOOL Middle Island 7.2 mi 7.7
LONGWOOD MIDDLE SCHOOL Middle Island 7.0 mi 4.8
C E WALTERS SCHOOL Yaphank 8.5 mi 5.4
WILLIAM FLOYD MIDDLE SCHOOL Moriches 9.5 mi 4.9
MORICHES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Moriches 9.7 mi 4.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11792 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$147,100

Median Home Value

$557,700

Population

8,562

College Educated

47.8%

Homeownership

98.8%

Avg Commute

28.4 min

Poverty Rate

2.5%

Median Age

43.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Wading River School

What grades does Wading River School serve?

Wading River School serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.

How many students attend Wading River School?

Wading River School has an enrollment of approximately 435 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Wading River School?

The student-teacher ratio at Wading River 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 Wading River School rank in NY?

Wading River School ranks #934 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Wading River School's MySchoolScout rating?

Wading River School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Wading River School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Wading River School has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Wading River School a charter school?

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

Is Wading River School a Title I school?

No, Wading River School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
49 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
49 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
435
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Suffolk County

District

SHOREHAM-WADING RIVER CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
1,964
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$35,610
District Rank
#3 of 4

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