Willits Elementary School

Willits Elementary School serves 301 students in kindergarten through fifth grade in Syosset, offering an exceptional educational experience with a remarkably low 8.9:1 student-teacher ratio. With 34 full-time equivalent teachers, the school provides individualized attention that contributes to its outstanding academic performance. The school ranks #134 out of 4,758 elementary schools statewide, placing it in the 97th percentile and earning a MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10.

Students demonstrate strong academic achievement, with 70% reaching proficiency or above in English Language Arts and an impressive 87% meeting or exceeding proficiency standards in mathematics. These results reflect the school's commitment to academic excellence and effective teaching practices. Willits Elementary benefits from its location in an affluent and highly educated community where 69% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher.

The neighborhood's median household income of $190,347 and low poverty rate of 4.5% create a supportive environment for educational success. Families in this ZIP code, with its median home value of $877,400, clearly prioritize education and community investment. The school operates in Syosset's large suburban setting, providing students with the advantages of a well-resourced district while maintaining the close-knit feel of a neighborhood elementary school.

With a student-teacher ratio of 8.9:1, Willits 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.