Serving 611 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Susan E Wiley 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 22% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% 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: 611 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Susan E Wiley School serves a central area in Copiague, NY, encompassing approximately 1.5 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Susan E Wiley School's student population of 611 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
611 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
'Excellence in Education'
School Rankings
Susan E Wiley 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 Susan E Wiley School is 0.32, 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
#3591 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
82%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
7%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.9%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Susan E Wiley School's ranking?
Susan E Wiley School is ranked #3591 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Susan E Wiley School often compared to?
Susan E Wiley Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Deauville Gardens West Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Susan E Wiley School?
611 students attend Susan E Wiley School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Susan E Wiley School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Susan E Wiley School?
Susan E Wiley School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Susan E Wiley School offer ?
Susan E Wiley School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Susan E Wiley School part of?
Susan E Wiley School is part of Copiague Union Free School District.
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