Prospect Elementary School serves 441 students in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 441 students
- Attendance Zone: Prospect Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Hempstead, NY, encompassing approximately 3.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Prospect Elementary School's student population of 441 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 55% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
441 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Prospect Elementary School is 0.38, 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.
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
76%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Black
22%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)61%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Prospect Elementary School often compared to?
Prospect Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Academy Charter School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Prospect Elementary School?
441 students attend Prospect Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Prospect Elementary School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What grades does Prospect Elementary School offer ?
Prospect Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Prospect Elementary School part of?
Prospect Elementary School is part of Hempstead Union Free School District.
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