Serving 416 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Baylis Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90-94% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 416 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Baylis Elementary School serves the southern part of Plainview, NY, covering an area of approximately 1.4 square miles. Families within this zone are typically about 5-10 minutes away from the school, with the furthest edge being around 1.8 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Baylis 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
Baylis Elementary School's student population of 416 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
416 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Year Founded
1902
School Calendar
School Rankings
Baylis Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Baylis Elementary School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#277 out of 4346 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
55%
10%
Hispanic
5%
31%
Black
1%
15%
White
35%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.4%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Baylis Elementary School's ranking?
Baylis Elementary School is ranked #277 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Baylis Elementary School often compared to?
Baylis Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Grove Elementary School, Village Elementary School, Willits Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90-94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Baylis Elementary School?
416 students attend Baylis Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Baylis Elementary School students are Asian, 35% of students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Baylis Elementary School?
Baylis Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Baylis Elementary School offer ?
Baylis Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Baylis Elementary School part of?
Baylis Elementary School is part of Syosset Central School District.
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