Serving 250 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Donald P Sutherland 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 60-64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 250 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Donald P. Sutherland School serves the southeast part of Nassau, NY, covering an area of approximately 30.6 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Donald P Sutherland School's student population of 250 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
250 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
1954
School Calendar
School Rankings
Donald P Sutherland School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Donald P Sutherland School is 0.17, 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
#1313 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
3%
31%
Black
1%
15%
White
91%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.8%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Donald P Sutherland School's ranking?
Donald P Sutherland School is ranked #1313 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Donald P Sutherland School often compared to?
Donald P Sutherland Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Berlin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Donald P Sutherland School?
250 students attend Donald P Sutherland School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Donald P Sutherland School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Donald P Sutherland School?
Donald P Sutherland School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Donald P Sutherland School offer ?
Donald P Sutherland School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Donald P Sutherland School part of?
Donald P Sutherland School is part of East Greenbush Central School District.
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