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#3004 of 4,742 schools in NY
Western Suffolk Boces
School · WESTERN SUFFOLK BOCES
PO BOX 8007, Dix Hills, NY 11746
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on NY statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
775
Student-Teacher
3.5:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
775
Student-Teacher
3.5:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,004 of 4,742
In Dix Hills
#9 of 9
public schools
School environment
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Western Suffolk Boces
School in Dix Hills · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Western Suffolk Boces
Western Suffolk Boces is a public school in Dix Hills, NY, part of WESTERN SUFFOLK BOCES. Western Suffolk Boces serves approximately 775 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 3.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Western Suffolk Boces has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #3,004 of 4,742 schools in NY.
- This school 5.7 · Average
- NY avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 3.5:1 students to teachers, Western Suffolk Boces sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Test Scores
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How Western Suffolk Boces Compares
See how Western Suffolk Boces performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Location
PO BOX 8007, Dix Hills, NY 11746
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Western Suffolk Boces may also want to explore other schools in the area. HALF HOLLOW HILLS HIGH SCHOOL WEST (rated 9.5/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HALF HOLLOW HILLS HIGH SCHOOL EAST (rated 9.3/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, VANDERBILT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dix Hills, see our Dix Hills schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 miNeighborhood 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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| School | Rating |
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| ABRAHAM JOSHUA HESCHEL SCHOOL New York, NY | 5.7 |
| CATTARAUGUS-ALLEGANY-ERIE-WYOMING BOCES Olean, NY | 5.7 |
| ERIE 1 BOCES West Seneca, NY | 5.7 |
| ERIE 2-CHAUTAUQUA-CATTARAUGUS BOCES Angola, NY | 5.7 |
| MONROE 1 BOCES Fairport, NY | 5.7 |
| ONEIDA-HERKIMER-MADISON BOCES New Hartford, NY | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Western Suffolk Boces
What grades does Western Suffolk Boces serve?
Western Suffolk Boces serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Western Suffolk Boces?
Western Suffolk Boces has an enrollment of approximately 775 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Western Suffolk Boces?
The student-teacher ratio at Western Suffolk Boces is 3.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Western Suffolk Boces rank in NY?
Western Suffolk Boces ranks #3,004 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Western Suffolk Boces's MySchoolScout rating?
Western Suffolk Boces has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Western Suffolk Boces a charter school?
No, Western Suffolk Boces is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Western Suffolk Boces a Title I school?
No, Western Suffolk Boces is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 775
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 219
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Suffolk County
- Phone
- (631) 549-4900
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