Serving 204 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Ann Macarthur Primary ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 204 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79%
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ann Macarthur Primary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Ann Macarthur Primary's student population of 204 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
204 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Ann Macarthur Primary is 0.45, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)75-79%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)70-74%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
10%
Hispanic
21%
30%
Black
1%
16%
White
71%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Ann Macarthur Primary often compared to?
Ann Macarthur Primaryis often viewed alongside schools like Glen Cove High School, North Shore Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average).
How many students attend Ann Macarthur Primary?
204 students attend Ann Macarthur Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Ann Macarthur Primary students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ann Macarthur Primary?
Ann Macarthur Primary has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ann Macarthur Primary offer ?
Ann Macarthur Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ann Macarthur Primary part of?
Ann Macarthur Primary is part of Locust Valley Central School District.
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