Serving 558 students in grades 3-5, Sawmill Intermediate School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 558 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sawmill Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Sawmill Intermediate School's student population of 558 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
558 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sawmill Intermediate School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sawmill Intermediate School is 0.56, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1963 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
14%
10%
Hispanic
16%
30%
Black
3%
16%
White
63%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sawmill Intermediate School's ranking?
Sawmill Intermediate School is ranked #1963 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Sawmill Intermediate School often compared to?
Sawmill Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Burr Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Sawmill Intermediate School?
558 students attend Sawmill Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Sawmill Intermediate School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sawmill Intermediate School?
Sawmill Intermediate School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Sawmill Intermediate School offer ?
Sawmill Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sawmill Intermediate School part of?
Sawmill Intermediate School is part of Commack Union Free School District.
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