Serving 379 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Glen Head 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 85-89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (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 37% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 379 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Glen Head Elementary School serves a central area in Glen Head, NY, covering approximately 5.2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.5 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 2.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glen Head 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
Glen Head Elementary School's student population of 379 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
379 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Our mission is to nurture and enrich our students' natural delight in learning and in the powers of mind and body. Each child's awakening into confident young adulthood requires guided engagement with vital ideas and events of the past to realize fresh po
School Rankings
Glen Head 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 Glen Head Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#426 out of 4346 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
19%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
15%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
63%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
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)16.4%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
55%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 24-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 Glen Head Elementary School's ranking?
Glen Head Elementary School is ranked #426 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Glen Head Elementary School often compared to?
Glen Head Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sea Cliff 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 52% NY state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Glen Head Elementary School?
379 students attend Glen Head Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Glen Head Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Asian, 13% 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 Glen Head Elementary School?
Glen Head Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Glen Head Elementary School offer ?
Glen Head Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Glen Head Elementary School part of?
Glen Head Elementary School is part of North Shore Central School District.
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