Serving 339 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Golden Hill Elementary 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 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 46%). 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 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 339 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Golden Hill Elementary School's student population of 339 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
339 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Golden Hill Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Golden Hill Elementary School is 0.57, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1642 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
28%
30%
Black
7%
16%
White
59%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Golden Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Golden Hill Elementary School is ranked #1642 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Golden Hill Elementary School often compared to?
Golden Hill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Park Avenue Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Golden Hill Elementary School?
339 students attend Golden Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Golden Hill Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Golden Hill Elementary School?
Golden Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Golden Hill Elementary School offer ?
Golden Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Golden Hill Elementary School part of?
Golden Hill Elementary School is part of Florida Union Free School District.
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