Serving 476 students in grades 1-5, Powells Lane School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 476 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Powells Lane School serves a central area in Westbury, NY, encompassing approximately 2.5 square miles. Most students typically live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.2 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 1.7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Powells Lane School's student population of 476 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
476 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Powells Lane School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Powells Lane School is 0.45, 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
#2577 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
71%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
21%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
7%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
Showing 2007–2024. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Powells Lane School's ranking?
Powells Lane School is ranked #2577 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Powells Lane School often compared to?
Powells Lane Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Drexel Avenue School, Bowling Green School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Powells Lane School?
476 students attend Powells Lane School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Powells Lane School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Powells Lane School?
Powells Lane School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Powells Lane School offer ?
Powells Lane School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Powells Lane School part of?
Powells Lane School is part of Westbury Union Free School District.
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