Serving 193 students in grades Kindergarten-5, John Pearl Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 40-49% (which is approximately equal to 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 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 193 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: John Pearl Elementary School serves the eastern part of Bohemia, NY, encompassing an area of approximately 2.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school in about 5-10 minutes, with most residing within 1.1 miles of the school and the furthest edge being 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John Pearl Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
John Pearl Elementary School's student population of 193 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
193 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Motto
Together We Can Reach Our Goals
School Rankings
John Pearl Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John Pearl Elementary School is 0.48, 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
#1566 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
20%
31%
Black
3%
15%
White
69%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.4%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John Pearl Elementary School's ranking?
John Pearl Elementary School is ranked #1566 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are John Pearl Elementary School often compared to?
John Pearl Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Edward J Bosti Elementary School, Cherokee Street Elementary School, Merrimac 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 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend John Pearl Elementary School?
193 students attend John Pearl Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of John Pearl Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John Pearl Elementary School?
John Pearl Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does John Pearl Elementary School offer ?
John Pearl Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is John Pearl Elementary School part of?
John Pearl Elementary School is part of Connetquot Central School District.
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