Serving 838 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Mcvey Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 92% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than 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 72% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 838 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 92% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- 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
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mcvey Elementary School's student population of 838 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
838 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1955
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mcvey Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mcvey Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#177 out of 4346 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
40%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
26%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
28%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.9%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: 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 #177 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Mcvey Elementary School often compared to?
Mcvey Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Barnum Woods School, Meadowbrook Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
92% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Mcvey Elementary School?
838 students attend Mcvey Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Mcvey Elementary School students are Asian, 28% of students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 3% 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 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Mcvey Elementary School offer ?
Mcvey Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mcvey Elementary School part of?
Mcvey Elementary School is part of East Meadow Union Free School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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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