Below Average
#4360 of 4,739 schools in NY
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
4.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
71
Student-Teacher
5.5:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Shirley
#4 of 4
public schools
New York elementary schools
#2,288 of 2,549
In district
#9 of 9
WILLIAM FLOYD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
About William Floyd Learning Center
William Floyd Learning Center is a small elementary school located in Shirley, New York, part of Suffolk County. Serving kindergarten through fifth grade, the school has an enrollment of 71 students and boasts a student-teacher ratio of 5.5:1, ensuring that each child receives individual attention from its 13 full-time equivalent teachers. The setting is in a large suburban area with easy access to various amenities.
While William Floyd Learning Center's academic performance currently sits at the lower end of the state rankings (#4417 out of 4758 schools), it focuses on student development and offers personalized learning opportunities for its young scholars. With an ELA/Reading proficiency rate of just 5% and a Math proficiency rate of 5%, there is significant room for academic growth. William Floyd Learning Center sits in a suburban area that provides students with a supportive community environment conducive to learning and personal growth.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 71 students, William Floyd Learning Center is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 5.5:1, William Floyd Learning Center 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
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William Floyd Learning Center — Students at William Floyd Learning Center score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
78.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY NYSED (2020-21)
Based on 8 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 4.9/10.
How William Floyd Learning Center Compares
See how William Floyd Learning Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 10% (2019) to 10% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 10% (2019) to 10% (2021).
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. DAYTON AVENUE SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Manorville), which scores notably higher. Another option is SOUTH STREET SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Manorville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, TANGIER SMITH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Mastic Beach), which scores notably higher. 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
Community Profile
The community surrounding William Floyd Learning Center has a median household income of $106,810. It is a community where 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $386,300, with a median rent of $2,157/month. The local poverty rate of 7.9% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 34 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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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 is ranked #4360 out of 4,739 schools in NY.
What is William Floyd Learning Center's MySchoolScout rating?
William Floyd Learning Center has a composite rating of 4.2 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 William Floyd Learning Center?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, William Floyd Learning Center has 5.0% math proficiency and 5.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
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
- County Safety
- Low (3/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.
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
- Phone
- (631) 874-1607
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
WILLIAM FLOYD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 9,417
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $29,684
- District Rank
- #9 of 9
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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