Serving 751 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Clara H Carlson School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is lower than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is lower than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 751 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clara H Carlson School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Clara H Carlson School's student population of 751 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
751 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Clara H Carlson School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clara H Carlson School is 0.69, 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
#2030 out of 4093 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
27%
10%
Hispanic
35%
29%
Black
35%
16%
White
1%
41%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clara H Carlson School's ranking?
Clara H Carlson School is ranked #2030 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Clara H Carlson School often compared to?
Clara H Carlson Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dutch Broadway School, Covert Avenue School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend Clara H Carlson School?
751 students attend Clara H Carlson School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Clara H Carlson School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are Black, 27% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clara H Carlson School?
Clara H Carlson School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Clara H Carlson School offer ?
Clara H Carlson School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Clara H Carlson School part of?
Clara H Carlson School is part of Elmont Union Free School District.
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