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Woodward Parkway Elementary School

Elementary School · FARMINGDALE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

95 WOODWARD PKY, Farmingdale, NY 11735

Enrollment

775

Student-Teacher

12.1:1

Score

6.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#2,332 of 4,742

In Farmingdale

#2 of 5

public schools

In district

#3 of 6

FARMINGDALE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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Woodward Parkway Elementary School

6.3/10

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

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8.4/10

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About Woodward Parkway Elementary School

Woodward Parkway Elementary School is a public elementary school in Farmingdale, NY, part of FARMINGDALE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Woodward Parkway Elementary School serves approximately 775 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Woodward Parkway Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,332 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Woodward Parkway Elementary School show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • District avg 6.3
  • NY avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.9Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.74 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.8Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency50.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency52.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-2.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-8.7 pts
Overall Proficiency51% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)58% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-6.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile54th
Resources & Environment8.9Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$35,231
Chronic Absenteeism23.2%

Woodward Parkway Elementary School — Students at Woodward Parkway Elementary School score 51% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

31.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 60.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 57.2% (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
97%
ELA
85%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
76%
ELA
70%
2012
Math
38%
ELA
39%
2013
Math
55%
ELA
34%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
55%
ELA
70%
2021*
Math
55.3%
ELA
69.8%
2022
Math
50.7%
ELA
52.2%

* 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 Woodward Parkway Elementary School Compares

See how Woodward Parkway Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.3/10
51th percentile in NY
Academic
6.8/10
Average
Growth
4.9/10
Below Average
Environment
8.9/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
32%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
64 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.2%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

95 WOODWARD PKY, Farmingdale, NY 11735

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Woodward Parkway Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NORTHWEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Amityville), which scores notably higher. Another option is ALBANY AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby North Massapequa), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MCKENNA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Massapequa Park), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Farmingdale, see our Farmingdale schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
FARMINGDALE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Farmingdale 0.6 mi 8.4
ALBANY AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Massapequa 0.9 mi 7.8
HOWITT SCHOOL Farmingdale 1.1 mi 6.0
SALTZMAN EAST MEMORIAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Farmingdale 0.9 mi 5.0
NORTHSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Farmingdale 1.6 mi 6.1
EASTPLAIN SCHOOL N. Massapequa 1.4 mi 5.8
MCKENNA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Massapequa Park 1.8 mi 7.6
EAST LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Massapequa Park 2.1 mi 5.9
PLAINEDGE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Massapequa 1.8 mi 8.6
NORTHWEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Amityville 2.0 mi 8.4
BETHESDA SDA JUNIOR ACADEMY Amityville 1.8 mi 5.8
JOHN H WEST SCHOOL Bethpage 1.8 mi 6.1
MHS AMES CAMPUS Massapequa 2.3 mi 5.0
PLAINEDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL Bethpage 1.9 mi 7.0
MONTESSORI CHILDRENS SCHOOL North Massapequa 2.2 mi
LOCKHART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Massapequa 2.4 mi 7.0
CHARLES E SCHWARTING SCHOOL Massapequa 2.2 mi 6.2
EDMUND W MILES MIDDLE SCHOOL Amityville 2.4 mi 4.7
MARIA REGINA SCHOOL Seaford 2.4 mi 6.0
NORTHEAST SCHOOL Amityville 2.4 mi 6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11735 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$146,190

Median Home Value

$572,000

Median Rent

$2,285/mo

Population

32,778

College Educated

44.7%

Homeownership

81.9%

Avg Commute

32.7 min

Poverty Rate

4.1%

Median Age

40.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Woodward Parkway Elementary School

What grades does Woodward Parkway Elementary School serve?

Woodward Parkway Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Woodward Parkway Elementary School?

Woodward Parkway Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 775 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Woodward Parkway Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Woodward Parkway Elementary School is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Woodward Parkway Elementary School rank in NY?

Woodward Parkway Elementary School ranks #2,332 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Woodward Parkway Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Woodward Parkway Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Woodward Parkway Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Woodward Parkway Elementary School has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Woodward Parkway Elementary School a charter school?

No, Woodward Parkway Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Woodward Parkway Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Woodward Parkway Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Woodward Parkway Elementary School?

31.6% of students at Woodward Parkway 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
47 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
775
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
64
Free/Reduced Lunch
31.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Nassau County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.2%

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