Serving 480 students in grades 2-4, Michael F Stokes 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 85-89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (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 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 2-4
- Enrollment: 480 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Michael F Stokes School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Michael F Stokes School's student population of 480 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-4
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
480 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Michael F Stokes 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 Michael F Stokes School is 0.63, 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
#834 out of 4093 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
18%
10%
Hispanic
25%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
53%
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
23%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Michael F Stokes School's ranking?
Michael F Stokes School is ranked #834 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend Michael F Stokes School?
480 students attend Michael F Stokes School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Michael F Stokes School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Michael F Stokes School?
Michael F Stokes School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Michael F Stokes School offer ?
Michael F Stokes School offers enrollment in grades 2-4 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Michael F Stokes School part of?
Michael F Stokes School is part of Island Trees Union Free School District.
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