Serving 226 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, J V Forrestal Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 226 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
J V Forrestal Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
J V Forrestal Elementary School's student population of 226 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
226 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
J V Forrestal Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of J V Forrestal Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#2470 out of 4093 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
31%
29%
Black
9%
16%
White
48%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J V Forrestal Elementary School's ranking?
J V Forrestal Elementary School is ranked #2470 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are J V Forrestal Elementary School often compared to?
J V Forrestal Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sargent School, South Avenue School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend J V Forrestal Elementary School?
226 students attend J V Forrestal Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of J V Forrestal Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of J V Forrestal Elementary School?
J V Forrestal Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does J V Forrestal Elementary School offer ?
J V Forrestal Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is J V Forrestal Elementary School part of?
J V Forrestal Elementary School is part of Beacon City School District.
School Reviews
5 2/26/2016
Such a great school. Small, diverse, and great community spirit. The teachers we have encountered so far are gifted and passionate. My children love their school and are soaring.
5 7/27/2012
excellent teachers and quality school program. womderful music, art, sport and extracurricular activities
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