Serving 779 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Mcvey Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 95% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 779 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 95% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mcvey Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Mcvey Elementary School's student population of 779 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
779 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mcvey Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mcvey Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#494 out of 4093 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
95%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
33%
10%
Hispanic
24%
29%
Black
3%
16%
White
38%
41%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mcvey Elementary School's ranking?
Mcvey Elementary School is ranked #494 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Mcvey Elementary School often compared to?
Mcvey Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Meadowbrook Elementary School, Barnum Woods School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
95% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend Mcvey Elementary School?
779 students attend Mcvey Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Mcvey Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Asian, 24% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mcvey Elementary School?
Mcvey Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Mcvey Elementary School offer ?
Mcvey Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Mcvey Elementary School part of?
Mcvey Elementary School is part of East Meadow Union Free School District.
School Reviews
5 4/7/2023
this school is great I learned a lot more than at my old school and all the staff there are so kind and the classmates I have are so sweet best school ever!!!!
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