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#283 of 4,739 schools in NY

Top 6% in state

Westhampton Beach Elementary School

Elementary School · WESTHAMPTON BEACH UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

379 MILL RD, Westhampton Beach, NY 11978

Enrollment

332

Student-Teacher

7.1:1

Score

8.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Westhampton Beach

#1 of 3

public schools

New York elementary schools

#197 of 2,549

In district

#1 of 3

WESTHAMPTON BEACH UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

9.6 / 10

Exceptional

About Westhampton Beach Elementary School

Westhampton Beach Elementary School is a public elementary school in Westhampton Beach, NY, part of the WESTHAMPTON BEACH UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. The school serves approximately 332 students in grades Kindergarten – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 7.1:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.5/10, placing it in the 94th percentile among NY schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 67% proficiency in math, 18 points above the state average and 64% in reading/language arts, 7 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in school environment (9.6/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $108,938, where 59% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a large suburban setting.

What Parents Should Know

With a student-teacher ratio of 7.1:1, Westhampton Beach Elementary School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.7Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change+3.5 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2021
TrendImproving
Academics7.5Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency67%
Reading/ELA Proficiency67%
Math vs. State Avg+13.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+6.1 pts
Overall Proficiency67%
Expected (poverty-adj.)64%
vs. Expected+3.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile62th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment9.6Exceptional20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio7.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$30,336

Westhampton Beach Elementary School — Students at Westhampton Beach Elementary School score 67% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

35.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY NYSED (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 66.6%
School
State
48.1%
ELA Proficiency 63.6%
School
State
57.0%

Based on 10 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
67%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
66.5%
ELA
66.5%

* 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: 8.7/10.

How Westhampton Beach Elementary School Compares

See how Westhampton Beach Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.5/10
94th percentile in NY
Academic
7.5/10
7.5/10
Growth
8.7/10
Above average
Environment
9.6/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
35%
Teaching Staff
7:1 student-teacher ratio
47 teachers

Location

379 MILL RD, Westhampton Beach, NY 11978

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Westhampton Beach Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. QUOGUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.1/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Quogue), which scores slightly higher. Another option is EASTPORT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Eastport), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, EAST MORICHES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 5.9 miles away, in nearby East Moriches), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Westhampton Beach, see our Westhampton Beach schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.1 mi
School Distance Rating
WESTHAMPTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Westhampton Beach 0.1 mi 6.8
WESTHAMPTON BEACH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Westhampton Beach 0.2 mi 8.4
REMSENBURG-SPEONK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Remsenburg 2.2 mi 7.6
QUOGUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Quogue 2.6 mi 9.1
EASTPORT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Eastport 3.7 mi 9.0
TUTTLE AVENUE SCHOOL Eastport 3.8 mi 8.0
EAST QUOGUE SCHOOL East Quogue 4.0 mi 8.1
PHILLIPS AVENUE SCHOOL Riverhead 6.2 mi 6.2
SUFFOLK COUNTY SHERIFFS OFFICE Riverhead 6.7 mi
ROANOKE AVENUE SCHOOL Riverhead 7.1 mi 6.9
PULASKI STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Riverhead 7.3 mi 6.3
ST JOHN PAUL II REGIONAL SCHOOL Riverhead 7.4 mi 7.7
RIVERHEAD MIDDLE SCHOOL Riverhead 7.5 mi 5.4
EAST MORICHES SCHOOL East Moriches 5.8 mi 7.9
EAST MORICHES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Moriches 5.9 mi 8.6
RIVERHEAD SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Riverhead 7.7 mi 5.5
PECONIC COMMUNITY SCHOOL Aquebogue 8.5 mi 5.5
AQUEBOGUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Aquebogue 8.8 mi 7.4
LEONARD E BURKET CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Center Moriches 6.9 mi 4.7
OUR LADY QUEEN OF APOSTLES REG CATHOLIC SCHOOL Center Moriches 7.1 mi 6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11978 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$108,938

Median Home Value

$1,045,100

Median Rent

$2,079/mo

Population

4,376

College Educated

59.1%

Homeownership

84.6%

Avg Commute

26.4 min

Poverty Rate

9.9%

Median Age

47.1

Community Profile

The community surrounding Westhampton Beach Elementary School has a median household income of $108,938. It is a well-educated community where 59% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,045,100, with a median rent of $2,079/month. The local poverty rate of 9.9% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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School Rating
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JAMES H BOYD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Huntington, NY 8.5
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Westhampton Beach Elementary School

What grades does Westhampton Beach Elementary School serve?

Westhampton Beach Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Westhampton Beach Elementary School?

Westhampton Beach Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 332 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Westhampton Beach Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Westhampton Beach Elementary School is 7.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Westhampton Beach Elementary School rank in NY?

Westhampton Beach Elementary School is ranked #283 out of 4,739 schools in NY.

What is Westhampton Beach Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Westhampton Beach Elementary School has a composite rating of 8.5 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Westhampton Beach Elementary School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Westhampton Beach Elementary School has 66.6% math proficiency and 63.6% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Westhampton Beach Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Westhampton Beach Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Westhampton Beach Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Westhampton Beach Elementary School?

35.2% of students at Westhampton Beach 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
40 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable
County Safety
Low (3/100K)

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
332
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
47
Free/Reduced Lunch
35.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Suffolk County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

WESTHAMPTON BEACH UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
1,740
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$31,239
District Rank
#1 of 3

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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