TAMARAC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

TAMARAC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public elementary school that is part of the SACHEM CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in HOLTSVILLE, NY with about 509 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 33 teachers, TAMARAC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

TAMARAC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, located at 50 Spence Avenue in Holtsville, New York, is a primary educational institution within the Sachem Central School District. Serving students in the local community, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes both academic achievement and character development. As part of a large and well-regarded district, Tamarac benefits from comprehensive resources and a structured curriculum designed to prepare students for success in their middle and high school years.

Beyond its core academic programs, Tamarac Elementary focuses on creating a well-rounded school experience by encouraging community involvement and school spirit. The school's commitment to its students is supported by a dedicated faculty and staff who work to address the diverse needs of their learners, ensuring that children develop foundational skills in literacy, mathematics, and social-emotional growth. For parents and community members seeking more information regarding district initiatives, school calendars, or specific school policies, the official Sachem Central School District website (www.sachem.edu) serves as the primary portal for resources and updates.

For more information, contact TAMARAC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (631) 244-5680 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

50 SPENCE AVE
HOLTSVILLE, NY 11742-1999
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TAMARAC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in HOLTSVILLE, NY with about 509 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in New York

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
509
Teachers:
33.02
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 509 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending TAMARAC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 77% of the student body.

White
77.4%
Hispanic/Latino
12.6%
Asian
5.7%
Two or more races
2.2%
Black or African American
2.2%

Female
52.1%
Male
47.9%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.