Serving 683 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Wantagh School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 683 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wantagh School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Wantagh School's student population of 683 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 43% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
683 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wantagh School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wantagh School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1527 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
9%
29%
Black
n/a
16%
White
85%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wantagh School's ranking?
Wantagh School is ranked #1527 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Wantagh School often compared to?
Wantagh Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Seaford Harbor School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Wantagh School?
683 students attend Wantagh School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Wantagh School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wantagh School?
Wantagh School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Wantagh School offer ?
Wantagh School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Wantagh School part of?
Wantagh School is part of Wantagh Union Free School District.
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