EDITH L SLOCUM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

EDITH L SLOCUM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the CONNETQUOT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in RONKONKOMA, NY with about 329 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 28 teachers, EDITH L SLOCUM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Edith L. Slocum Elementary School is a public school located in Ronkonkoma, New York, serving as part of the Connetquot Central School District. The school provides a foundational educational environment for students in the elementary grade levels, focusing on core academic subjects while fostering a supportive community atmosphere. As a neighborhood school, it emphasizes the developmental needs of its students, striving to balance rigorous academic standards with the social-emotional growth necessary for young learners.

As a member of the Connetquot Central School District, Slocum Elementary benefits from the resources and organizational structure of a larger suburban district while maintaining its own distinct identity. The school encourages parent and community involvement, which is a hallmark of the district’s approach to education. Families interested in specific curriculum details, school events, or administrative updates can access further information through the district’s official website at [ccsdli.org](http://www.ccsdli.org).

For more information, contact EDITH L SLOCUM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (631) 467-6040 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.