Serving 812 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Nathaniel Woodhull 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 45% (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 15:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 812 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Nathaniel Woodhull Elementary School serves a central area in Shirley, NY, covering approximately 2.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone being about 1.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nathaniel Woodhull Elementary School's student population of 812 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
812 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Empower students with the ability and desire to thrive as lifelong learners.
School Rankings
Nathaniel Woodhull 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 Nathaniel Woodhull Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#2961 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
54%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
26%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.7%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 20-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 Nathaniel Woodhull Elementary School's ranking?
Nathaniel Woodhull Elementary School is ranked #2961 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Nathaniel Woodhull Elementary School often compared to?
Nathaniel Woodhull Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John S Hobart Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% 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 Nathaniel Woodhull Elementary School?
812 students attend Nathaniel Woodhull Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Nathaniel Woodhull Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nathaniel Woodhull Elementary School?
Nathaniel Woodhull Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Nathaniel Woodhull Elementary School offer ?
Nathaniel Woodhull Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Nathaniel Woodhull Elementary School part of?
Nathaniel Woodhull Elementary School is part of William Floyd Union Free School District.
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