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Wenonah School

Elementary School · SACHEM CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

251 HUDSON AVE, Lake Grove, NY 11755

Enrollment

473

Student-Teacher

10.8:1

Score

6.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#2,358 of 4,742

In Lake Grove

#1 of 3

public schools

In district

#4 of 15

SACHEM CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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Wenonah School

6.3/10

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

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About Wenonah School

Wenonah School is a public elementary school in Lake Grove, NY, part of SACHEM CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Wenonah School serves approximately 473 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Wenonah School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,358 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Wenonah School show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.1 pts above district
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • District avg 5.2
  • NY avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.0Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.71 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.7Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency50.9% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency51.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-2.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-9.4 pts
Overall Proficiency51% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)60% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-8.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile52th
Resources & Environment9.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$29,505
Chronic Absenteeism20.7%

Wenonah School — Students at Wenonah School score 51% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

26.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 60.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 62.2% (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
99.5%
ELA
88%
2010
Math
85%
ELA
75%
2011
Math
84%
ELA
81%
2012
Math
36%
ELA
33%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
39%
2014
Math
44.5%
ELA
44.5%
2015
Math
54.5%
ELA
64.5%
2016
Math
54.5%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2021*
Math
61.8%
ELA
69%
2022
Math
50.9%
ELA
51.5%

* 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: 5.0/10.

How Wenonah School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.3/10
50th percentile in NY
Academic
6.7/10
Average
Growth
5.0/10
Average
Environment
9.0/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
26%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
44 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.7%

Location

251 HUDSON AVE, Lake Grove, NY 11755

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Wenonah School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. TACKAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Nesconset), which scores notably higher. Another option is MILLS POND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby St. James), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HELEN B DUFFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Ronkonkoma), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lake Grove, see our Lake Grove schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.2 mi
School Distance Rating
CAYUGA SCHOOL Lake Grove 0.9 mi 5.9
EUGENE AUER MEMORIAL SCHOOL Lake Grove 1.1 mi 5.2
TACKAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Nesconset 1.2 mi 8.0
CLEARY SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF Nesconset 1.4 mi 7.2
SACHEM HIGH SCHOOL NORTH Lake Ronkonkoma 1.4 mi 8.6
SAMOSET MIDDLE SCHOOL Lake Ronkonkoma 1.6 mi 5.8
MILLS POND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. James 2.1 mi 7.8
OXHEAD ROAD SCHOOL Centereach 2.0 mi 3.7
CHEROKEE STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ronkonkoma 2.3 mi 4.1
GREAT HOLLOW MIDDLE SCHOOL Nesconset 2.0 mi 7.6
HOLBROOK ROAD SCHOOL Centereach 2.0 mi 4.8
HIAWATHA SCHOOL Lake Ronkonkoma 2.5 mi 4.1
EDITH L SLOCUM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ronkonkoma 2.9 mi 6.1
OUR SAVIOR NEW AMERICAN SCHOOL Centereach 2.3 mi 8.1
DAWNWOOD MIDDLE SCHOOL Centereach 2.5 mi 5.2
UNITY DRIVE KINDERGARTEN-PRE K CENTER Centereach 2.4 mi 4.0
CENTEREACH HIGH SCHOOL Centereach 2.6 mi 8.2
ROBERT CUSHMAN MURPHY JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL East Setauket 3.1 mi 8.6
WILLIAM SIDNEY MOUNT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Setauket 3.2 mi 6.9
HELEN B DUFFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ronkonkoma 3.2 mi 7.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11755 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$120,306

Median Home Value

$558,900

Median Rent

$2,197/mo

Population

11,953

College Educated

48.3%

Homeownership

80.1%

Avg Commute

37.6 min

Poverty Rate

5.8%

Median Age

43.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Wenonah School

What grades does Wenonah School serve?

Wenonah School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Wenonah School?

Wenonah School has an enrollment of approximately 473 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Wenonah School?

The student-teacher ratio at Wenonah School is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Wenonah School rank in NY?

Wenonah School ranks #2,358 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Wenonah School's MySchoolScout rating?

Wenonah School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Wenonah School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Wenonah School has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Wenonah School a charter school?

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

Is Wenonah School a Title I school?

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

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

26.4% of students at Wenonah 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
12 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
473
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
44
Free/Reduced Lunch
26.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Suffolk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.7%

District

SACHEM CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
11,729
Schools in District
15
Per-Pupil Spending
$29,505
District Rank
#4 of 15

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