Excellent
#720 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 15% in state
William Floyd Learning Center
Elementary School · WILLIAM FLOYD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
111 LEXINGTON RD, Shirley, NY 11967
Enrollment
71
Student-Teacher
5.5:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
71
Student-Teacher
5.5:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#720 of 4,742
In Shirley
#1 of 4
public schools
In district
#1 of 9
WILLIAM FLOYD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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William Floyd Learning Center
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About William Floyd Learning Center
William Floyd Learning Center is a public elementary school in Shirley, NY, part of WILLIAM FLOYD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. William Floyd Learning Center serves approximately 71 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 5.5:1 student-teacher ratio. William Floyd Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #720 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for William Floyd Learning Center show 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022) and 9% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- District avg 5.1
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 71 students, William Floyd Learning Center is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at William Floyd Learning Center sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 5.5:1 students to teachers, William Floyd Learning Center 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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William Floyd Learning Center — Students at William Floyd Learning Center score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
78.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 14 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 9.9/10.
How William Floyd Learning Center Compares
See how William Floyd Learning Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
111 LEXINGTON RD, Shirley, NY 11967
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering William Floyd Learning Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SOUTH STREET SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Manorville), with a comparable rating. Another option is DAYTON AVENUE SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Manorville), a more accessible option. Additionally, OUR LADY QUEEN OF APOSTLES REG CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Center Moriches), a more accessible option. For more schools in Shirley, see our Shirley schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11967 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$106,810
Median Home Value
$386,300
Median Rent
$2,157/mo
Population
27,266
College Educated
18.1%
Homeownership
91.3%
Avg Commute
34.3 min
Poverty Rate
7.9%
Median Age
41
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about William Floyd Learning Center
What grades does William Floyd Learning Center serve?
William Floyd Learning Center serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend William Floyd Learning Center?
William Floyd Learning Center has an enrollment of approximately 71 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at William Floyd Learning Center?
The student-teacher ratio at William Floyd Learning Center is 5.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does William Floyd Learning Center rank in NY?
William Floyd Learning Center ranks #720 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is William Floyd Learning Center's MySchoolScout rating?
William Floyd Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 William Floyd Learning Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, William Floyd Learning Center has 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022) and 9% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022).
Is William Floyd Learning Center a charter school?
No, William Floyd Learning Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is William Floyd Learning Center a Title I school?
No, William Floyd Learning Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for William Floyd Learning Center?
78.9% of students at William Floyd Learning Center 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
- 71
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 78.9%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.9%
- Phone
- (631) 874-1607
Resources & Links
District
WILLIAM FLOYD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 9,417
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $29,684
- District Rank
- #1 of 9
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