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Chippewa Elementary School

1 David Mello Dr
Holtsville, NY 11742
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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10
Top 50%
Serving 524 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Chippewa Elementary 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 55-59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher 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 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 524 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 38%
  • : Top 50% in NY
  • : 55-59% (Top 50%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 50%)
  • : ≥80% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

School Overview

Chippewa Elementary School's student population of 524 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
524 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
WE ARE SACHEM!

School Rankings

Chippewa Elementary 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 Chippewa Elementary 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.
This School
State Level (NY)
#1637 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
55-59%
52%
50-54%
49%
≥80%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
10%
Hispanic
24%
30%
Black
4%
16%
White
62%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.56
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Chippewa Elementary School's ranking?
Chippewa Elementary School is ranked #1637 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Chippewa Elementary School often compared to?
Chippewa Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Waverly Avenue School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Chippewa Elementary School?
524 students attend Chippewa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Chippewa Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chippewa Elementary School?
Chippewa Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Chippewa Elementary School offer ?
Chippewa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Chippewa Elementary School part of?
Chippewa Elementary School is part of Sachem Central School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 524 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 38%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 55-59% (Top 50%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 50%)
  • : ≥80% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

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