Best Public Schools in Shirley, NY


Summary:

The city of Shirley, New York is home to 4 elementary schools that are part of the William Floyd Union Free School District, which is ranked 739 out of 866 school districts in New York and has a 1-star rating from SchoolDigger. The schools serve students from pre-kindergarten through 5th grade and have a diverse student population, with Hispanic students making up the largest racial group.

Among the 4 schools, Nathaniel Woodhull Elementary School stands out as the highest-performing, ranking 1490 out of 2439 New York elementary schools and having the highest proficiency rates in both English Language Arts and Math across all grade levels. In contrast, William Floyd Learning Center, while having the lowest ranking (2401 out of 2439), has a very low student-teacher ratio of 5.3, suggesting a more personalized learning environment. However, it also has the highest percentage of free/reduced lunch recipients at 77.94%, indicating a high-need student population.

Overall, the schools in Shirley, New York face significant challenges, with the district-wide test scores lagging behind the state averages. The data reveals disparities in academic performance and the impact of socioeconomic factors on student outcomes, highlighting the need for targeted interventions and support to address the achievement gaps within the district.








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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau, the WNYC and the New York State Department of Health and the NY State Education Department.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.





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