Serving 21 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Wainscott 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 ≥50% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 21 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50% in NY)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Wainscott School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district, covering approximately 10.2 square miles in Wainscott, NY. Families typically drive 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 4.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wainscott School's student population of 21 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
21 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
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School Rankings
The diversity score of Wainscott School is 0.56, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)≥50%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
10%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
62%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
15%
White
24%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.8%
34.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average).
How many students attend Wainscott School?
21 students attend Wainscott School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Wainscott School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wainscott School?
Wainscott School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Wainscott School offer ?
Wainscott School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wainscott School part of?
Wainscott School is part of Wainscott Common School District.
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