Serving 665 students in grades Kindergarten-5, E M Baker School ranks in the top 20% 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 85% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 665 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
E M Baker School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
E M Baker School's student population of 665 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
665 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
E M Baker School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of E M Baker School is 0.62, 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
#565 out of 4093 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
50%
10%
Hispanic
9%
29%
Black
n/a
16%
White
36%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
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 E M Baker School's ranking?
E M Baker School is ranked #565 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are E M Baker School often compared to?
E M Baker Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakeville Elementary School, Saddle Rock School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend E M Baker School?
665 students attend E M Baker School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of E M Baker School students are Asian, 36% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of E M Baker School?
E M Baker School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does E M Baker School offer ?
E M Baker School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is E M Baker School part of?
E M Baker School is part of Great Neck Union Free School District.
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