Serving 342 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Forest Brook Elementary 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 70-74% (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 8:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 342 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Forest Brook Elementary School serves a central area in Hauppauge, NY, covering approximately 3.2 square miles. Families can typically expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located 2.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Forest Brook Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Forest Brook Elementary School's student population of 342 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
342 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Forest Brook Elementary 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 Forest Brook Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#1190 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
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 ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
10%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
63%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.9%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (16-17)
2%
5%
Showing 2007–2017. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forest Brook Elementary School's ranking?
Forest Brook Elementary School is ranked #1190 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Forest Brook Elementary School often compared to?
Forest Brook Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rolling Hills School, Paumanok Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% 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 Forest Brook Elementary School?
342 students attend Forest Brook Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Forest Brook Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Forest Brook Elementary School?
Forest Brook Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Forest Brook Elementary School offer ?
Forest Brook Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Forest Brook Elementary School part of?
Forest Brook Elementary School is part of Hauppauge Union Free School District.
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