Serving 890 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Bowling Green School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 890 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bowling Green School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Bowling Green School's student population of 890 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
890 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bowling Green School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bowling Green School is 0.70, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#841 out of 4093 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
27%
10%
Hispanic
29%
29%
Black
4%
16%
White
38%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bowling Green School's ranking?
Bowling Green School is ranked #841 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Bowling Green School often compared to?
Bowling Green Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Drexel Avenue School, Powells Lane School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend Bowling Green School?
890 students attend Bowling Green School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Bowling Green School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bowling Green School?
Bowling Green School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bowling Green School offer ?
Bowling Green School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Bowling Green School part of?
Bowling Green School is part of East Meadow Union Free School District.
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