Serving 559 students in grades 2-5, East Hills Elementary 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 80% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (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 42% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 559 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Hills Elementary 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
East Hills Elementary School's student population of 559 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
559 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
East Hills Elementary 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 East Hills Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#671 out of 4093 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
24%
10%
Hispanic
11%
29%
Black
4%
16%
White
58%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
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 East Hills Elementary School's ranking?
East Hills Elementary School is ranked #671 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are East Hills Elementary School often compared to?
East Hills Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Center Street School, Harbor Hill 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 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend East Hills Elementary School?
559 students attend East Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of East Hills Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Hills Elementary School?
East Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does East Hills Elementary School offer ?
East Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is East Hills Elementary School part of?
East Hills Elementary School is part of Roslyn Union Free School District.
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