Excellent
#564 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 12% in state
Willits Elementary School
Elementary School · SYOSSET CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
99 NANA PL, Syosset, NY 11791
Enrollment
301
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
301
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#564 of 4,742
In Syosset
#9 of 10
public schools
In district
#10 of 10
SYOSSET CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Willits Elementary School
Willits Elementary School is a public elementary school in Syosset, NY, part of SYOSSET CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Willits Elementary School serves approximately 301 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 8.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Willits Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #564 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Willits Elementary School show 86% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- District avg 8.7
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 8.9:1 students to teachers, Willits Elementary School 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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Willits Elementary School — Students at Willits Elementary School score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
14.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 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: 7.4/10.
How Willits Elementary School Compares
See how Willits Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
99 NANA PL, Syosset, NY 11791
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Willits Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. STRATFORD ROAD SCHOOL (rated 9.2/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Plainview), which scores slightly higher. Another option is JUDY JACOBS PARKWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.1/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Plainview), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, BERRY HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Syosset, see our Syosset schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| H B THOMPSON MIDDLE SCHOOL Syosset | 0.1 mi | 8.7 |
| BAYLIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plainview | 0.7 mi | 8.6 |
| SOUTH GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Syosset | 0.6 mi | 8.6 |
| FUSION ACADEMY WOODBURY NY Woodbury | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| ST EDWARD CONFESSOR SCHOOL Syosset | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| JUDY JACOBS PARKWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plainview | 1.0 mi | 9.1 |
| VILLAGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Syosset | 1.3 mi | 8.7 |
| PS 256 Syosset | 1.3 mi | 4.1 |
| STRATFORD ROAD SCHOOL Plainview | 1.3 mi | 9.2 |
| OUR LADY OF MERCY ACADEMY Syosset | 1.5 mi | 7.5 |
| WOODLAND AVENUE SCHOOL Hicksville | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
| PLAINVIEW-OLD BETHPAGE MIDDLE SCHOOL Plainview | 1.7 mi | 8.6 |
| SYOSSET SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Syosset | 1.9 mi | 9.2 |
| HEBREW ACADEMY OF NASSAU-PLAINVIEW CAMPUS Plainview | 1.8 mi | 7.3 |
| ROBBINS LANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Syosset | 1.5 mi | 8.8 |
| SOUTH WOODS MIDDLE SCHOOL Syosset | 2.0 mi | 8.7 |
| WALT WHITMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Woodbury | 1.6 mi | 8.8 |
| BERRY HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Syosset | 2.1 mi | 9.0 |
| PASADENA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plainview | 2.1 mi | 8.8 |
| THE CENTER FOR DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES Woodbury | 2.1 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11791 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$204,357
Median Home Value
$918,900
Median Rent
$3,091/mo
Population
25,194
College Educated
70.6%
Homeownership
92.8%
Avg Commute
39.5 min
Poverty Rate
3.5%
Median Age
43
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| DISCOVERY CHARTER SCHOOL Rochester, NY | 8.2 |
| HAROLD D FAYETTE SCHOOL North Merrick, NY | 8.2 |
| J V FORRESTAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Beacon, NY | 8.2 |
| KATONAH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Katonah, NY | 8.2 |
| KRAMER LANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plainview, NY | 8.2 |
| PS 77 LOWER LAB SCHOOL New York, NY | 8.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Willits Elementary School
What grades does Willits Elementary School serve?
Willits Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Willits Elementary School?
Willits Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 301 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Willits Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Willits Elementary School is 8.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Willits Elementary School rank in NY?
Willits Elementary School ranks #564 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Willits Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Willits Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Willits Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Willits Elementary School has 86% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Willits Elementary School a charter school?
No, Willits Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Willits Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Willits Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Willits Elementary School?
14.6% of students at Willits 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 301
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 14.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Nassau County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.0%
- Phone
- (516) 364-5829
Resources & Links
District
SYOSSET CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 7,016
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $35,609
- District Rank
- #10 of 10
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