Serving 611 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Susan E Wiley 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 22% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 611 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Susan E Wiley School's student population of 611 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
611 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Red and White
School Calendar
School Motto
'Excellence in Education'
School Rankings
Susan E Wiley 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 Susan E Wiley School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3591 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
82%
31%
Black
10%
15%
White
7%
39%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.9%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Susan E Wiley School's ranking?
Susan E Wiley School is ranked #3591 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 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Susan E Wiley School?
611 students attend Susan E Wiley School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Susan E Wiley School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Susan E Wiley School?
Susan E Wiley School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Susan E Wiley School offer ?
Susan E Wiley School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Susan E Wiley School part of?
Susan E Wiley School is part of Copiague Union Free School District.
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