Serving 567 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Marguerite L Mulvey 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 35% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower 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 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 567 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marguerite L Mulvey School's student population of 567 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
567 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Marguerite L Mulvey 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 Marguerite L Mulvey School is 0.29, 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
#3357 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
84%
31%
Black
10%
15%
White
1%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.9%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marguerite L Mulvey School's ranking?
Marguerite L Mulvey School is ranked #3357 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?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Marguerite L Mulvey School?
567 students attend Marguerite L Mulvey School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Marguerite L Mulvey School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marguerite L Mulvey School?
Marguerite L Mulvey School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Marguerite L Mulvey School offer ?
Marguerite L Mulvey School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Marguerite L Mulvey School part of?
Marguerite L Mulvey School is part of Central Islip Union Free School District.
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