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Anthony Alfano Elementary School

50 Wheeler Rd
Central Islip, NY 11722
(School attendance zone shown in map)
3/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 497 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Anthony Alfano Elementary 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 27% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 497 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 97%
  • : Bottom 50% in NY
  • : 40% (Btm 50%)
  • : 27% (Btm 50%)
  • : 70-79% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

School Overview

Anthony Alfano Elementary School's student population of 497 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
497 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Anthony Alfano Elementary 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 Anthony Alfano Elementary School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (NY)
#3420 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
40%
52%
27%
49%
70-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
83%
30%
Black
12%
16%
White
3%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.30
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Anthony Alfano Elementary School's ranking?
Anthony Alfano Elementary School is ranked #3420 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
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 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Anthony Alfano Elementary School?
497 students attend Anthony Alfano Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Anthony Alfano Elementary School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Anthony Alfano Elementary School?
Anthony Alfano Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Anthony Alfano Elementary School offer ?
Anthony Alfano Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Anthony Alfano Elementary School part of?
Anthony Alfano Elementary School is part of Central Islip Union Free School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 497 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 97%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 40% (Btm 50%)
  • : 27% (Btm 50%)
  • : 70-79% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

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