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Sawmill Intermediate School

Public | 3-5 | 751 students

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Posted April 24, 2010

Sawmill has a great involved and supportive staff and offers wonderful learning opportunities to the students.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 20, 2009

Because my daughter received a fantastic experience and now my twin boys are receiving the same one! Most careing teachers in the world.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 17, 2009

Sawmill promotes the talents and abilities of each child as an individual. We have some of the most dedicated and talented teachers and administrators for whom education is a calling. Together teachers and parents are passionate about creating strong character and providing a broad curriculum to expand the horizons of our children. Sawmill provides an exciting and nurturing learning experience that fosters a love of learning, respect for others, the motivation and confidence to take risks, and a drive to become a solid, contributing member of the world community. We love our schools.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 17, 2009

I love Sawmill Intermediate school because it is like an extended family.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 17, 2009

The teachers at Sawmill have got to be the most caring teachers there are. My children thrive in this school because they are so nurturing. We are grateful for all they do.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 16, 2009

Our school rocks because we have the best students, teachers and PTA parents around. Not to mention we also are a 'green' school. We have cut back on all paper correspondence and use our website to get to lastest up to date info about our school. Our school cares about our planet and teachers our children how we can all make a difference
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 16, 2009

I give Sawmill Intermediate School Five gold stars. Each child is given the opportunity to learn and express themselves as individuals. The environment set up at Sawmill School makes learning exciting and fun for everyone.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 20, 2008

My son attends Sawmill and I was impressed at how much attention (academically) he received from his teachers. They consider the needs of each student. Those with grades in the high 80s were given extra help so that they can be in the 90s range. The teachers see the potential and help the children accordingly.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 3, 2006

We recently moved here last year from another school and my daughters grades have went up a tremendous amount hare attitude towards school is so much better i absolutley love this school and honestly think it is the best school in suffolk and nassau and i commend the teachers and principal for doing an outstanding job thank you so much for getting my daughter on the right path to a great education
—Submitted by SUSAN, a parent


Posted August 29, 2006

this school is the best school in Suffolk I would recommend the school to the children who have trouble in any area.
—Submitted by cristina, a former student


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

About these ratings

The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
English Language Arts

The state average for English Language Arts was 56% in 2012.

241 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
71%

2011

 
 
79%
Math

The state average for Math was 61% in 2012.

241 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
79%

2011

 
 
76%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New York used the New York State Assessments to test students in grades 3 through 8 in English language arts and math, and in grades 4 and 8 in science. The results for English language arts and math are displayed on GreatSchools profiles and the science results will be added when they are released in the Fall of 2013. The tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New York. The goal is for 90% of students to meet or exceed grade-level standards on the tests.

See New York's state standards

Source: New York State Education Department

English Language Arts

The state average for English Language Arts was 59% in 2012.

237 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
83%

2011

 
 
74%
Math

The state average for Math was 69% in 2012.

236 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
87%

2011

 
 
80%
Science

The state average for Science was 88% in 2011.

262 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
92%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New York used the New York State Assessments to test students in grades 3 through 8 in English language arts and math, and in grades 4 and 8 in science. The results for English language arts and math are displayed on GreatSchools profiles and the science results will be added when they are released in the Fall of 2013. The tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New York. The goal is for 90% of students to meet or exceed grade-level standards on the tests.

See New York's state standards

Source: New York State Education Department

English Language Arts

The state average for English Language Arts was 58% in 2012.

262 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
67%

2011

 
 
72%
Math

The state average for Math was 67% in 2012.

262 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
78%

2011

 
 
80%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New York used the New York State Assessments to test students in grades 3 through 8 in English language arts and math, and in grades 4 and 8 in science. The results for English language arts and math are displayed on GreatSchools profiles and the science results will be added when they are released in the Fall of 2013. The tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New York. The goal is for 90% of students to meet or exceed grade-level standards on the tests.

See New York's state standards

Source: New York State Education Department

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 89% 51%
Asian/Pacific Islander 5% 8%
Hispanic 4% 21%
Black 2% 19%
American Indian/Alaska Native 0% 0%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 5%N/A44%
Limited English proficient 0%N/A7%
Source: NYSED, 2007-2008

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 13N/A13
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Teacher experience

  This school District averageState average
Fewer than 3 years experience 10%N/A10%
Source: NYSED, 2007-2008

Teacher education levels

  This school District averageState average
Master's degree and above 56%N/A33%
Source: NYSED, 2007-2008

Teacher credentials

  This school District averageState average
Teachers with no valid teaching certificate 0%N/A5%
Source: NYSED, 2007-2008
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103 New Hwy
Commack, NY 11725
Phone: (631) 858-3655

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