Serving 491 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Anthony Alfano Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 491 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Central Islip Early Childhood Center encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 8.2 square miles in Central Islip, NY. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being 1.7 miles and the furthest edge located 2.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Anthony Alfano Elementary School's student population of 491 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
491 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Anthony Alfano Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Anthony Alfano Elementary School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3420 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
83%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
11%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.7%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Anthony Alfano Elementary School's ranking?
Anthony Alfano Elementary School is ranked #3420 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Anthony Alfano Elementary School?
491 students attend Anthony Alfano Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Anthony Alfano Elementary School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Anthony Alfano Elementary School?
Anthony Alfano Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Anthony Alfano Elementary School offer ?
Anthony Alfano Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Anthony Alfano Elementary School part of?
Anthony Alfano Elementary School is part of Central Islip Union Free School District.
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