Serving 653 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Shelter Rock 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 85% (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 15:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% 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-6
- Enrollment: 653 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shelter Rock Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Shelter Rock Elementary School's student population of 653 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
653 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Shelter Rock 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 Shelter Rock Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#572 out of 4093 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
35%
10%
Hispanic
10%
29%
Black
4%
16%
White
47%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
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 Shelter Rock Elementary School's ranking?
Shelter Rock Elementary School is ranked #572 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Shelter Rock Elementary School often compared to?
Shelter Rock Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Munsey Park Elementary 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 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend Shelter Rock Elementary School?
653 students attend Shelter Rock Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Shelter Rock Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Shelter Rock Elementary School?
Shelter Rock Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Shelter Rock Elementary School offer ?
Shelter Rock Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Shelter Rock Elementary School part of?
Shelter Rock Elementary School is part of Manhasset Union Free School District.
School Reviews
5 12/15/2008
This is the best school ever. All of the teachers actually make learning fun. I went to SRS from kindergarden to 6th grade. Everything was great from music to art to gym to awards to the teachers, you couldn't ask for a better school or a better way to grow up with an education. Shelter Rock ROCKS!!
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