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#2235 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 47% in state

Washington School

Elementary School · HUNTINGTON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

78 WHITSON RD, Huntington Station, NY 11746

Enrollment

338

Student-Teacher

9.9:1

Score

6.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#2,235 of 4,742

In Huntington Station

#5 of 7

public schools

In district

#4 of 8

HUNTINGTON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

7.6 / 10

Very Good

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Washington School

6.4/10

Elementary School in Huntington Station · grades Kindergarten – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Washington School

Washington School is a public elementary school in Huntington Station, NY, part of HUNTINGTON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Washington School serves approximately 338 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-3rd, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Washington School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,235 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Washington School show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.6 pts above district
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • District avg 5.8
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

At 9.9:1 students to teachers, Washington School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

36% of students at Washington 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.1Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.27 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.0Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-11.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-18.9 pts
Overall Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)51% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-9.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile43th
Resources & Environment7.6Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$34,631
Chronic Absenteeism35.5%

Washington School — Students at Washington School score 42% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

51.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 42.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
53.5% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 39.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
60.9% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 30 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
97.5%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2012
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2013
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
17%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2016
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
52.5%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
42%
ELA
42%

* 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: 6.1/10.

How Washington School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.4/10
53th percentile in NY
Academic
6.0/10
Average
Growth
6.1/10
Average
Environment
7.6/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
52%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
35.5%

Location

78 WHITSON RD, Huntington Station, NY 11746

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Washington School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WASHINGTON DRIVE PRIMARY SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Centerport), which scores notably higher. Another option is FLOWER HILL SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Huntington), which scores notably higher. Additionally, THOMAS J LAHEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Greenlawn), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Huntington Station, see our Huntington Station schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
MAPLEWOOD INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Huntington Station 0.9 mi 5.4
OLDFIELD MIDDLE SCHOOL Greenlawn 1.4 mi 7.7
SILAS WOOD 6TH GRADE CENTER Huntington Station 1.5 mi 7.3
JACK ABRAMS STEM MAGNET SCHOOL Huntington Station 1.3 mi 7.1
J TAYLOR FINLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL Huntington 1.9 mi 4.8
DAYTOP PREPARATORY SCHOOL Huntington Station 1.8 mi
WOODHULL INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Huntington 1.8 mi 5.1
LONG ISLAND SCHOOL FOR THE GIFTED Huntington Station 2.1 mi 7.8
HUNTINGTON MONTESSORI-NORTHSHORE LEARNING Huntington Station 2.1 mi 5.2
WASHINGTON DRIVE PRIMARY SCHOOL Centerport 2.3 mi 7.9
HARBORFIELDS HIGH SCHOOL Greenlawn 1.9 mi 8.7
HUNTINGTON HIGH SCHOOL Huntington 1.9 mi 8.4
COUNTRYWOOD PRIMARY CENTER Huntington Station 2.5 mi 7.2
THOMAS J LAHEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Greenlawn 2.1 mi 7.3
FLOWER HILL SCHOOL Huntington 2.6 mi 7.5
ST ANTHONY'S HIGH SCHOOL Huntington Station 2.8 mi 4.1
BIRCHWOOD INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Melville 2.8 mi 4.0
LONG ISLAND WHOLE CHILD ACADEMY Melville 2.8 mi
WALT WHITMAN HIGH SCHOOL Huntington Station 2.5 mi 9.0
HENRY L STIMSON MIDDLE SCHOOL Huntington Station 2.4 mi 5.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11746 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$158,309

Median Home Value

$664,900

Median Rent

$1,907/mo

Population

66,883

College Educated

50.3%

Homeownership

85%

Avg Commute

34.6 min

Poverty Rate

6.9%

Median Age

43.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Washington School

What grades does Washington School serve?

Washington School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.

How many students attend Washington School?

Washington School has an enrollment of approximately 338 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Washington School?

The student-teacher ratio at Washington School is 9.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Washington School rank in NY?

Washington School ranks #2,235 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Washington School's MySchoolScout rating?

Washington School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Washington School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Washington School has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Washington School a charter school?

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

Is Washington School a Title I school?

No, Washington School is not currently a Title I school.

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

51.5% of students at Washington 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
31 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Enrollment
338
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Free/Reduced Lunch
51.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Suffolk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
35.5%

District

HUNTINGTON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
4,144
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$34,631
District Rank
#4 of 8

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