Excellent
#199 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 4% in state
Walt Whitman Elementary School
Elementary School · SYOSSET CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
482 WOODBURY RD, Woodbury, NY 11797
Enrollment
398
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
398
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#199 of 4,742
In district
#4 of 10
SYOSSET CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Walt Whitman Elementary School
Walt Whitman Elementary School is a public elementary school in Woodbury, NY, part of SYOSSET CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Walt Whitman Elementary School serves approximately 398 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Walt Whitman Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #199 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Walt Whitman Elementary School show 85% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.8 · Excellent
- District avg 8.7
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Walt Whitman Elementary School — Students at Walt Whitman Elementary School score 81% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 66%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
8.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 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: 8.5/10.
How Walt Whitman Elementary School Compares
See how Walt Whitman Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
482 WOODBURY RD, Woodbury, NY 11797
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Walt Whitman Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WEST SIDE SCHOOL (rated 9.3/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Syosset), which scores slightly higher. Another option is JUDY JACOBS PARKWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.1/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Plainview), with a very similar rating. Additionally, BERRY HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Syosset), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Woodbury, see our Woodbury schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FUSION ACADEMY WOODBURY NY Woodbury | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| OUR LADY OF MERCY ACADEMY Syosset | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| THE CENTER FOR DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES Woodbury | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| SYOSSET SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Syosset | 1.3 mi | 9.2 |
| PS 256 Syosset | 1.2 mi | 4.1 |
| JUDY JACOBS PARKWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plainview | 1.6 mi | 9.1 |
| SOUTH WOODS MIDDLE SCHOOL Syosset | 1.5 mi | 8.7 |
| H B THOMPSON MIDDLE SCHOOL Syosset | 1.5 mi | 8.7 |
| CRESTWOOD COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Melville | 1.7 mi | 3.6 |
| WILLITS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Syosset | 1.6 mi | 8.2 |
| VILLAGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Syosset | 1.6 mi | 8.7 |
| BERRY HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Syosset | 1.9 mi | 9.0 |
| HEBREW ACADEMY OF NASSAU-PLAINVIEW CAMPUS Plainview | 2.3 mi | 7.3 |
| BAYLIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plainview | 2.0 mi | 8.6 |
| ST EDWARD CONFESSOR SCHOOL Syosset | 1.8 mi | 6.7 |
| PLAINVIEW-OLD BETHPAGE/JFK HIGH SCHOOL Plainview | 2.3 mi | 9.3 |
| H B MATTLIN MIDDLE SCHOOL Plainview | 2.5 mi | 8.7 |
| PLAINVIEW-OLD BETHPAGE MIDDLE SCHOOL Plainview | 2.4 mi | 8.6 |
| OAKWOOD PRIMARY CENTER Huntington | 2.1 mi | 7.0 |
| WEST SIDE SCHOOL Syosset | 2.8 mi | 9.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11797 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$183,472
Median Home Value
$1,005,500
Median Rent
$3,315/mo
Population
9,338
College Educated
65.8%
Homeownership
86.8%
Avg Commute
34.7 min
Poverty Rate
5.7%
Median Age
50.1
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|---|---|
| DOUGLAS G GRAFFLIN SCHOOL Chappaqua, NY | 8.8 |
| GLEN HEAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Glen Head, NY | 8.8 |
| INCREASE MILLER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Katonah, NY | 8.8 |
| LLOYD HARBOR SCHOOL Huntington, NY | 8.8 |
| MILTON SCHOOL Rye, NY | 8.8 |
| MUSCOTA New York, NY | 8.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Walt Whitman Elementary School
What grades does Walt Whitman Elementary School serve?
Walt Whitman Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Walt Whitman Elementary School?
Walt Whitman Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 398 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Walt Whitman Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Walt Whitman Elementary School is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Walt Whitman Elementary School rank in NY?
Walt Whitman Elementary School ranks #199 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Walt Whitman Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Walt Whitman Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 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 Walt Whitman Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Walt Whitman Elementary School has 85% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Walt Whitman Elementary School a charter school?
No, Walt Whitman Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Walt Whitman Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Walt Whitman Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Walt Whitman Elementary School?
8.5% of students at Walt Whitman 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 398
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 8.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Nassau County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.3%
- Phone
- (516) 364-5823
Resources & Links
District
SYOSSET CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 7,016
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $35,609
- District Rank
- #4 of 10
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