PORT WASHINGTON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

District Overview
Located at 100 Campus Drive in Port Washington, New York, the Port Washington Union Free School District operates as an active, comprehensive public school district situated within a suburban community in the greater New York metropolitan area. Serving a dynamic student body of 5,348 learners across seven operational schools, the district provides a seamless educational continuum spanning from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. As a traditional public school system, Port Washington offers a fully integrated learning environment designed to support early childhood development, strong core academic foundations, and well-rounded college and career preparation for local youth.

To ensure high-level academic support and student well-being, the district maintains an expansive workforce of approximately 1,867 full-time equivalent staff members. This dedicated team includes nearly 895 full-time classroom teachers, supported by 188 instructional aides and more than 784 support staff personnel, creating a exceptionally low student-to-educator ratio that allows for personalized learning and comprehensive specialized services. For families, prospective residents, and educational researchers seeking further insights, the district shares regular updates, community program details, and administrative resources through its main portal at portnet.org.
7
Total Schools
5,348
Total Students
894.8
Full-Time Teachers
6.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for PORT WASHINGTON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
Demographic Student Count
White3,217
Hispanic1,237
Black69
Asian566
Two or More249
American Indian4
Pacific Islander3
  • White
    3,217 (60.2%)
  • Hispanic
    1,237 (23.1%)
  • Asian
    566 (10.6%)
  • Two or More
    249 (4.7%)
  • Black
    69 (1.3%)
  • American Indian
    4 (0.1%)
  • Pacific Islander
    3 (0.1%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in PORT WASHINGTON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary5
Middle1
High1
Other0
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District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not a charter district
Number of schools:7
Students:5,348*
Teachers (FTE):894.8*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:6.0