Serving 278 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Flower Hill School ranks in the top 30% 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 70-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 278 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Flower Hill School serves the northeast part of Huntington, NY, covering an area of approximately 3.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.7 miles to the school's edge and the furthest boundary being 3.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Flower Hill School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Flower Hill School's student population of 278 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
278 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1954
School Rankings
Flower Hill School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Flower Hill School is 0.61, 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
#1169 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
54%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
11%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
30%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.5%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Flower Hill School's ranking?
Flower Hill School is ranked #1169 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Flower Hill School often compared to?
Flower Hill Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like J Taylor Finley Middle School, Huntington High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Flower Hill School?
278 students attend Flower Hill School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Flower Hill School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Flower Hill School?
Flower Hill School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Flower Hill School offer ?
Flower Hill School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Flower Hill School part of?
Flower Hill School is part of Huntington Union Free School District.
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