Berry Hill Elementary School

181 Cold Spring Rd
Syosset, NY 11791
(School attendance zone shown in map)
9/
10
Top 20%
Serving 454 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Berry Hill Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 85-89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). 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 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 454 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 46%
  • : Top 20% in NY
  • : 85-89% (Top 10%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 20%)
  • : ≥90% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Berry Hill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Berry Hill Elementary School's student population of 454 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
454 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers

School Rankings

Berry Hill Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Berry Hill Elementary School is 0.58, 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.
This School
State Level (NY)
#493 out of 4377 schools
(Top 20%)
85-89%
46%
70-74%
49%
≥90%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
36%
10%
Hispanic
5%
30%
Black
1%
16%
White
54%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.58
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
3%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Berry Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Berry Hill Elementary School is ranked #493 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Berry Hill Elementary School often compared to?
Berry Hill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Village Elementary School, Robbins Lane Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Berry Hill Elementary School?
454 students attend Berry Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Berry Hill Elementary School students are White, 36% of students are Asian, 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 Berry Hill Elementary School?
Berry Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Berry Hill Elementary School offer ?
Berry Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Berry Hill Elementary School part of?
Berry Hill Elementary School is part of Syosset Central School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 454 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 46%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 85-89% (Top 10%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 20%)
  • : ≥90% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

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