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Waverly Avenue School
Elementary School · SACHEM CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
1111 WAVERLY AVE, Holtsville, NY 11742
Enrollment
470
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
470
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,592 of 4,742
In Holtsville
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#11 of 15
SACHEM CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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Waverly Avenue School
Elementary School in Holtsville · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Waverly Avenue School
Waverly Avenue School is a public elementary school in Holtsville, NY, part of SACHEM CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Waverly Avenue School serves approximately 470 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Waverly Avenue School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,592 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Waverly Avenue School show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 5.2
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Waverly Avenue School — Students at Waverly Avenue School score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
31.7%
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: 3.0/10.
How Waverly Avenue School Compares
See how Waverly Avenue School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1111 WAVERLY AVE, Holtsville, NY 11742
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Waverly Avenue School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. TAMARAC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Holbrook), which scores notably higher. Another option is MERRIMAC SCHOOL (rated 5.8/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Holbrook), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, CHIPPEWA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.2/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Holtsville, see our Holtsville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SAGAMORE MIDDLE SCHOOL Holtsville | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| CHIPPEWA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Holtsville | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| LYNWOOD AVENUE SCHOOL Farmingville | 1.0 mi | 4.3 |
| TAMARAC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Holbrook | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| SENECA MIDDLE SCHOOL Holbrook | 2.0 mi | 5.9 |
| NOKOMIS SCHOOL Holbrook | 1.8 mi | 4.6 |
| SACHEM HIGH SCHOOL EAST Farmingville | 2.2 mi | 8.5 |
| CANAAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Patchogue | 2.8 mi | 3.6 |
| MERRIMAC SCHOOL Holbrook | 2.8 mi | 5.8 |
| JERICHO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Centereach | 2.9 mi | 4.9 |
| HOLBROOK ROAD SCHOOL Centereach | 2.5 mi | 4.8 |
| TREMONT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Medford | 2.6 mi | 3.6 |
| BICYCLE PATH KINDERGARTEN-PRE K CENTER Selden | 3.2 mi | 4.1 |
| HIAWATHA SCHOOL Lake Ronkonkoma | 2.5 mi | 4.1 |
| GRUNDY AVENUE SCHOOL Holbrook | 3.1 mi | 4.2 |
| NEW LANE MEMORIAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Selden | 3.2 mi | 2.4 |
| NEWFIELD HIGH SCHOOL Selden | 3.4 mi | 7.9 |
| OREGON MIDDLE SCHOOL Medford | 2.8 mi | 5.9 |
| SELDEN MIDDLE SCHOOL Centereach | 3.7 mi | 5.5 |
| OUR SAVIOR NEW AMERICAN SCHOOL Centereach | 3.4 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11742 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$126,563
Median Home Value
$475,600
Median Rent
$2,224/mo
Population
13,194
College Educated
35.3%
Homeownership
81.5%
Avg Commute
29.6 min
Poverty Rate
4.5%
Median Age
40
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| EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER New Hyde Park, NY | 5.0 |
| EAST HILL SCHOOL Canajoharie, NY | 5.0 |
| GENESEO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Geneseo, NY | 5.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Waverly Avenue School
What grades does Waverly Avenue School serve?
Waverly Avenue School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Waverly Avenue School?
Waverly Avenue School has an enrollment of approximately 470 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Waverly Avenue School?
The student-teacher ratio at Waverly Avenue School is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Waverly Avenue School rank in NY?
Waverly Avenue School ranks #3,592 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Waverly Avenue School's MySchoolScout rating?
Waverly Avenue School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Waverly Avenue School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Waverly Avenue School has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Waverly Avenue School a charter school?
No, Waverly Avenue School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Waverly Avenue School a Title I school?
No, Waverly Avenue School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Waverly Avenue School?
31.7% of students at Waverly Avenue 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
- 470
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 31.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.3%
- Phone
- (631) 654-8690
Resources & Links
District
SACHEM CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 11,729
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $29,505
- District Rank
- #11 of 15
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