WALT WHITMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

WALT WHITMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public elementary school that is part of the SYOSSET CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in WOODBURY, NY with about 281 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 25 teachers, WALT WHITMAN 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.

WALT WHITMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a prominent public institution located in Woodbury, New York, serving as part of the highly regarded Syosset Central School District. Known for its commitment to academic excellence, the school provides a comprehensive primary education that emphasizes foundational literacy, numeracy, and critical thinking skills. The school fosters a supportive, community-oriented environment designed to help young students transition smoothly into their academic careers while building strong social and emotional foundations.

Beyond its core curriculum, Walt Whitman Elementary is integrated into the broader Syosset school system, which is frequently recognized for its rigorous standards and dedication to student development. The school prides itself on a collaborative partnership between experienced faculty, engaged parents, and the local community. By providing a wide array of resources and maintaining high expectations for both students and staff, the school aims to cultivate a lifelong love of learning and prepare its students for success as they advance to higher grade levels within the district.

For more information, contact WALT WHITMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (516) 364-5823 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

482 WOODBURY RD
WOODBURY, NY 11797-2509
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WALT WHITMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in WOODBURY, NY with about 281 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in New York

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
281
Teachers:
25
NSLP Status:1
No
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 281 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending WALT WHITMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 72% of the student body.

White
71.5%
Asian
21.7%
Hispanic/Latino
3.2%
Two or more races
2.8%
Black or African American
0.7%

Female
48.8%
Male
51.2%

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.