North Side School

110 E Williston Ave
Williston Park, NY 11596
(School attendance zone shown in map)
10/
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Top 10%
Serving 519 students in grades Kindergarten-4, North Side School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 93% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% 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: Kindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 519 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 48%
  • : Top 10% in NY
  • : 93% (Top 10%)
  • : 82% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

North Side School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:

School Overview

North Side School's student population of 519 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
519 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
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School Rankings

North Side School ranks within the top 10% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Side 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.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (NY)
#387 out of 4093 schools
(Top 10%)
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93%
55%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of North Side School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in New York by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
82%
62%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of North Side School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of New York by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
35%
10%
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Hispanic
9%
29%
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Black
n/a
16%
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White
52%
41%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.60
This chart display the diversity score of North Side School and the public school average diversity score of New York by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
51%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
4%
This chart display the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in North Side School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in New York by year, with the latest 2019-20 school year data.
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is North Side School's ranking?
North Side School is ranked #387 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What schools are North Side School often compared to?
North Side Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gardiners Avenue School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
93% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend North Side School?
519 students attend North Side School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of North Side School students are White, 35% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Side School?
North Side School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does North Side School offer ?
North Side School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is North Side School part of?
North Side School is part of East Williston Union Free School District.

School Reviews

5   2/22/2021
I love Northside! I graduated from there many years ago, but it was definitely a memorable time. I made so many friends; I had incredible teachers, and I loved the clubs, music, and art programs. I would send my kids to Northside. I wish the high school was equally good!
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Lily Esh

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 519 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 48%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 93% (Top 10%)
  • : 82% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

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