Serving 564 students in grades Kindergarten-5, John Philip Sousa Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 81% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 564 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: John Philip Sousa Elementary School serves the southwest part of Port Washington, NY, covering an area of approximately 1.6 square miles. Most families within this zone can expect a drive of about 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located around 2.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John Philip Sousa Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
John Philip Sousa Elementary School's student population of 564 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
564 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
John Philip Sousa Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John Philip Sousa Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#438 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
10%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
18%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
65%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.8%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2014–2025. 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 John Philip Sousa Elementary School's ranking?
John Philip Sousa Elementary School is ranked #438 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are John Philip Sousa Elementary School often compared to?
John Philip Sousa Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Guggenheim Elementary School, John J Daly Elementary School, South Salem Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend John Philip Sousa Elementary School?
564 students attend John Philip Sousa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of John Philip Sousa Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John Philip Sousa Elementary School?
John Philip Sousa Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does John Philip Sousa Elementary School offer ?
John Philip Sousa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is John Philip Sousa Elementary School part of?
John Philip Sousa Elementary School is part of Port Washington Union Free School District.
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