Serving 997 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Charles A Mulligan 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 33% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 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 (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 997 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Charles A Mulligan Middle School serves a central area in Central Islip, NY, covering approximately 2.9 square miles. Most students can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Charles A Mulligan Elementary School's student population of 997 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
997 students
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Charles A Mulligan 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 Charles A Mulligan 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
#3835 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
83%
31%
Black
9%
15%
White
2%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.5%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Charles A Mulligan Elementary School's ranking?
Charles A Mulligan Elementary School is ranked #3835 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Charles A Mulligan Elementary School often compared to?
Charles A Mulligan Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ralph Reed School, Islip Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Charles A Mulligan Elementary School?
997 students attend Charles A Mulligan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Charles A Mulligan Elementary School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Charles A Mulligan Elementary School?
Charles A Mulligan Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Charles A Mulligan Elementary School offer ?
Charles A Mulligan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Charles A Mulligan Elementary School part of?
Charles A Mulligan Elementary School is part of Central Islip Union Free School District.
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