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#4192 of 4,742 schools in NY

William E Deluca JR Elementary School

Elementary School · NORTH BABYLON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

223 PHELPS LN, North Babylon, NY 11703

Enrollment

445

Student-Teacher

10.3:1

Score

4.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#4,192 of 4,742

In North Babylon

#7 of 7

public schools

In district

#7 of 7

NORTH BABYLON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

7.8 / 10

Very Good

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William E Deluca JR Elementary School

4.1/10

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

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About William E Deluca JR Elementary School

William E Deluca JR Elementary School is a public elementary school in North Babylon, NY, part of NORTH BABYLON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. William E Deluca JR Elementary School serves approximately 445 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.3:1 student-teacher ratio. William E Deluca JR Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #4,192 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for William E Deluca JR Elementary School show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.4 pts below district
  • This school 4.1 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.5
  • NY avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.0Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.53 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.4Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency27.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-25.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-35.9 pts
Overall Proficiency26% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)51% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-24.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile15th
Resources & Environment7.8Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$27,617
Chronic Absenteeism29.9%

William E Deluca JR Elementary School — Students at William E Deluca JR Elementary School score 26% 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

53%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 47.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 49.4% (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
94%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
62%
2011
Math
66%
ELA
61%
2012
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
37%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
37%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
30.5%
ELA
49%
2022
Math
27.7%
ELA
25%

* 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 William E Deluca JR Elementary School Compares

See how William E Deluca JR Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.1/10
12th percentile in NY
Academic
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
3.0/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.8/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
53%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
43 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.9%

Location

223 PHELPS LN, North Babylon, NY 11703

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering William E Deluca JR Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BABYLON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Babylon), which scores notably higher. Another option is BABYLON MEMORIAL GRADE SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Babylon), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MAY MOORE PRIMARY SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Deer Park), which scores notably higher. For more schools in North Babylon, see our North Babylon schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
ROBERT MOSES MIDDLE SCHOOL North Babylon 0.1 mi 5.3
NORTH BABYLON HIGH SCHOOL North Babylon 0.5 mi 8.3
MARION G VEDDER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Babylon 0.6 mi 4.6
WOODS ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Babylon 0.9 mi 4.3
PARLIAMENT PLACE SCHOOL North Babylon 1.2 mi 5.1
BABYLON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Babylon 1.5 mi 7.6
BELMONT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Babylon 1.2 mi 4.3
BABYLON MEMORIAL GRADE SCHOOL Babylon 1.6 mi 7.6
WEST BABYLON JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL West Babylon 1.5 mi 6.1
MAY MOORE PRIMARY SCHOOL Deer Park 1.7 mi 7.1
WEST BABYLON SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL West Babylon 1.8 mi 8.4
BABYLON JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Babylon 2.0 mi 8.0
MANETUCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Islip 1.6 mi 5.7
FOREST AVENUE SCHOOL West Babylon 1.7 mi 6.4
UDALL ROAD MIDDLE SCHOOL West Islip 1.6 mi 6.1
TOOKER AVENUE SCHOOL West Babylon 1.8 mi 6.5
JOHN F KENNEDY INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Deer Park 2.3 mi 7.1
SOUTH BAY JR ACADEMY OF SDA Babylon 2.3 mi 4.8
OQUENOCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Islip 1.9 mi 6.1
MARTIN LUTHER KING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wyandanch 2.0 mi 5.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11703 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$130,140

Median Home Value

$469,900

Median Rent

$2,206/mo

Population

17,205

College Educated

34.5%

Homeownership

85.3%

Avg Commute

32.7 min

Poverty Rate

3.9%

Median Age

43.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about William E Deluca JR Elementary School

What grades does William E Deluca JR Elementary School serve?

William E Deluca JR Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend William E Deluca JR Elementary School?

William E Deluca JR Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 445 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at William E Deluca JR Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at William E Deluca JR Elementary School is 10.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does William E Deluca JR Elementary School rank in NY?

William E Deluca JR Elementary School ranks #4,192 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is William E Deluca JR Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

William E Deluca JR Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 William E Deluca JR Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, William E Deluca JR Elementary School has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is William E Deluca JR Elementary School a charter school?

No, William E Deluca JR Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is William E Deluca JR Elementary School a Title I school?

No, William E Deluca JR Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for William E Deluca JR Elementary School?

53.0% of students at William E Deluca JR 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
33 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
445
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
43
Free/Reduced Lunch
53.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Suffolk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.9%

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