Mary G Clarkson School serves 469 students in grades Kindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 469 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Attendance Zone: Mary G Clarkson School serves the northwest part of Bay Shore, NY, encompassing an area of approximately 2.5 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone about 2.4 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mary G Clarkson School's student population of 469 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
469 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Motto
Dream. Lead. Achieve.
School Rankings
The diversity score of Mary G Clarkson School is 0.63, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
10%
Hispanic
56%
31%
Black
13%
15%
White
20%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.9%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
55%
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 schools are Mary G Clarkson School often compared to?
Mary G Clarkson Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brook Avenue Elementary School, Fifth Avenue School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Mary G Clarkson School?
469 students attend Mary G Clarkson School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Mary G Clarkson School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mary G Clarkson School?
Mary G Clarkson School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Mary G Clarkson School offer ?
Mary G Clarkson School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mary G Clarkson School part of?
Mary G Clarkson School is part of Bay Shore Union Free School District.
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