Syosset Central School District

What Syosset Central School District does

Syosset Central School District is a public K-12 school district headquartered at 99 Pell Lane, Syosset, New York (Nassau County), serving approximately 7,100 students across 10 schools: seven elementary schools (A.P. Willits, J. Irving Baylis, Berry Hill, Robbins Lane, South Grove, Village, Walt Whitman), two middle schools (H.B. Thompson and South Woods), and one high school (Syosset High School). The district delivers a comprehensive academic portfolio including Universal Prekindergarten, core K-12 curriculum, fine and performing arts (including a nationally-ranked chamber orchestra), world languages, instructional technology with Chromebooks, and a large athletics program of 35 varsity and 33 junior varsity sports. It also operates summer school and continuing education programs for adults.

The district operates a technology stack spanning communications (ParentSquare, Juicer social aggregation), student information (Infinite Campus Parent Portal), payments (MySchoolBucks), governance (BoardDocs), facilities management (SchoolDude), transportation (TransFinder), and a student-run radio station (WKWZ 88.5 FM). Vendor relationships include Northwell Health for health services, Huntington Coach for transportation, and Whitsons for food services. As a New York State public school district, it is governed by a nine-member elected Board of Education and funded primarily through voter-approved property tax levies, New York State Education Department aid (Foundation Aid, Building Aid), and federal ESSA/CARES Act grants. The district is ranked #1 in New York State and #2 in the United States by Niche.com and reports 24 National Merit Semifinalists in the Class of 2026 and 21 in the Class of 2025, underscoring academic outcomes that are distinctive within its competitive set.

Name

Syosset Central School District

Legal name

Syosset Central School District

Website

https://syossetschools.org

Company type

Public

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

Syosset Central School District is a public K-12 district in Syosset, New York, serving approximately 7,100 students across 10 schools. Funded by property taxes and state aid, it delivers academic, arts, athletics, and technology programs, ranking #1 in New York and #2 nationally by Niche.com.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

K-12 Public Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111), Other Schools and Instruction (6116)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200), Services-Child Day Care Services (8351)

akta.pro primary industry

Public School Districts (K–12) (EDADABAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Public Elementary Schools (EDAJAAAB), Public Middle Schools (EDAJAAAC), Public Special Education Schools & Programs (EDAJAAAH), Preschool Programs within Childcare Centers (EDACABAL)

Keywords

• K-12 public education
• Curriculum and instruction
• Student transportation services
• School meal programs
• Special education services

Headquarters

HQ city

Syosset

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Others

Revenue model

1. Public School District Funding: As a public school district, Syosset Central School District is funded primarily through local property taxes approved by voters through annual budget votes, New York State Education Department aid (Building Aid, Foundation Aid), and federal grants (ESSA Title grants, Coronavirus Relief Funds). The district does not generate commercial revenue.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Syosset Central School District is a public K-12 school district that provides comprehensive pre-kindergarten through 12th-grade education to approximately 7,100 students across 10 schools in Syosset, New York. Its core offerings include core academic curriculum, fine and performing arts, world language, athletics, instructional technology with Chromebooks, special education and pupil personnel services, school meals, transportation, summer school, and adult/community continuing education.

Product overview

Syosset Central School District operates as a unified K-12 public school system comprising 10 schools: 7 elementary schools (Universal Prekindergarten through Grade 5), 2 middle schools (Grades 6-8), and 1 high school (Grades 9-12), serving approximately 7,100 students. The district's product portfolio includes core educational programs (Instructional Technology with Chromebooks, World Language, Fine and Performing Arts, Athletics/Physical Education), support services (School Meal Services, Transportation, Data Privacy), extension programs (Summer School, Continuing Education), student activities (WKWZ 88.5 FM Radio Station), and capital infrastructure projects (Facilities Improvement Bond). The district uses technology platforms including ParentSquare for communications, Infinite Campus for student information, and BoardDocs for governance. Ranked #1 in New York State and #2 nationally by Niche.com.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Universal Prekindergarten (UPK) Universal Prekindergarten early childhood education program serving the district's youngest students within the Syosset Central School District.
• Elementary Schools (Grades K-5) Core K-5 public education delivered across seven elementary schools (A.P. Willits, J. Irving Baylis, Berry Hill, Robbins Lane, South Grove, Village, Walt Whitman) with foundational academics, social-emotional development, and introductory world language exposure for district-resident students.
• Middle Schools (Grades 6-8) Grades 6-8 public education delivered across two middle schools (H.B. Thompson and South Woods) with accelerated courses in Algebra and Earth Science aligned with NYS Next Generation Learning Standards.
• Syosset High School (Grades 9-12) Comprehensive public high school (Grades 9-12) offering college preparatory programs, AP courses, career and technical education pathways, fine and performing arts, 35 varsity and 33 junior varsity sports, and college guidance counseling. The 68th Annual Commencement was held in 2026 with 24 National Merit Semifinalists in the Class of 2026.
• School Meal Services Free breakfast and lunch meals provided to all district students through New York State's universal free meals program (2025-26 school year), operated by Whitsons as the food service provider. Online payments and balance lookup available through MySchoolBucks (with a $3.50 per-transaction fee).
• Transportation Services School bus and van transportation services provided through Huntington Coach for eligible district students, with route information, schedules, pick up/drop off locations, and transportation forms managed through the Infinite Campus Parent Portal and TransFinder.
• Continuing Education Adult and community education program offering Fall and Spring sessions, including in-person courses and virtual courses delivered via Zoom video conferencing, open to district residents and the wider community.
• Summer School Summer school program providing academic enrichment and remediation for students during the summer months (with summer session students returning on July 6 per district calendar).
• Fine and Performing Arts Program Comprehensive K-12 fine and performing arts education covering music, visual arts, theater, and performing arts. Recognitions include SHS Chamber Orchestra National Grand Champions (2025), YoungArts Award winners, and NYSSMA All-State musician selections.
• World Language Program K-12 world language instruction aligned with NYS standards, offering multiple language pathways from elementary through advanced levels with a focus on proficiency development and cultural literacy.
• Athletics and Physical Education Program Comprehensive K-12 physical education and interscholastic athletics program offering 35 varsity and 33 junior varsity sports, including Nassau County swimming and diving record-holders.
• Instructional Technology Program K-12 instructional technology program providing Chromebooks to students and a technology curriculum covering digital literacy, computational thinking, and AI literacy, governed by a district Acceptable Use Policy.
• Student Data Privacy Services Student data privacy protection program including policy documentation, New York State Education Department compliance, and parental resources for understanding district data practices.

Quantifiable outcome

• 24 National Merit Semifinalists (Class of 2026)
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration7 records

AI capability1 record

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Northwell Health PartnershipcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNorthwell Health partnership providing health-related resources and support to Syosset students, including health services integration.
• Huntington CoachcoreOthersTransportation provider for Syosset Central School District. Bus route information available through Parent Portal. Contact: 516-364-5840 for district, 631-271-8995 for buses, 631-271-7225 for vans.
• WhitsonscoreOthersFood service provider for Syosset Central School District. Provides nutritious meals meeting National School Lunch and Breakfast Program requirements. Contact: Karen Ball, Food Service Director at 516-364-5849.
• S.C.O.P.E.minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerS.C.O.P.E. (School/Community Outreach Program for Education) provides before/after school childcare and educational programs for Syosset students.
• Syosset Scholarship Fund, Inc.minorOthersJointly sponsored by Syosset Council of PTAs and Syosset Teachers' Association since 1958. Has awarded over 450 scholarships to graduating seniors based on financial need, academics, and community service.
• WKWZ 88.5 FM Radio StationminorOthersStudent-run radio station at Syosset High School. Broadcasts sports events, music shows, and Board of Education meetings. Students gain experience in radio production and broadcasting.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves1 record

Direct peers

• Roslyn Heights School District (Roslyn UFSD): Adjacent Nassau County public school district serving similar suburban Long Island families with comparable scale and a strong academic reputation profile.
• Hewlett-Woodmere Union Free School District: Nearby Five Towns/Nassau County public school district operating under the same NYS framework, serving a similar suburban demographic at comparable scale.
• Manhasset Union Free School District: Comparable Nassau County K-12 district serving affluent Long Island families with similar programmatic depth and college-preparatory focus.
• Great Neck Union Free School District: Long Island public K-12 district historically known for strong academic outcomes; competes with Syosset for top-of-state rankings under Niche.com and other ratings.
• Half Hollow Hills Central School District: A larger Long Island K-12 district in the same New York State system with similar demographics, regional recognition, and competitive academic positioning to Syosset.
• Plainview-Old Bethpage Central School District: Neighboring Nassau County K-12 district operating under the same NYS regulatory environment, with similar suburban enrollment scale and a comparable program mix.
• Jericho Union Free School District: A neighboring Long Island public K-12 district serving a similar suburban Nassau County demographic with comparable academic reputation. Operates as a close geographic peer with overlapping feeder patterns and similarly high-talent outcomes.
• Massapequa Union Free School District: Long Island public K-12 district with comparable enrollment scale (~7,000-8,000 students) and similar broad-based academic and extracurricular offerings.

Regional players

• Bronxville Union Free School District: High-performing Westchester County K-12 district often grouped with Syosset in statewide academic rankings; serves a similar demographic but in a different geographic region of New York.
• Scarsdale Union Free School District: Nationally renowned Westchester public K-12 district frequently compared with Syosset in academic rankings; similar reputational positioning but operates under a different NYS regional structure.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@syossetcentralschooldistri8824
• Facebookfacebook.com/syossetcentralschooldistrict
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/syosset-central-school-district
• Instagraminstagram.com/syostrong
• Xx.com/syostrong

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles18 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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