Serving 433 students in grades Kindergarten-5, South Grove 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 94% (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 85% 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: 433 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 94% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: South Grove Elementary School serves the southwest part of Syosset, NY, encompassing an area of approximately 0.8 square miles, where most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school. The furthest edge of the attendance zone is about 1.4 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Grove 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
South Grove Elementary School's student population of 433 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental virtual)
(Supplemental virtual)
Total Students
433 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
South Grove 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 South Grove Elementary School is 0.40, 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
#162 out of 4346 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
94%
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
76%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
15%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
15%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.7%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Grove Elementary School's ranking?
South Grove Elementary School is ranked #162 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New York.
What schools are South Grove Elementary School often compared to?
South Grove Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Village Elementary School, Baylis Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
94% 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 South Grove Elementary School?
433 students attend South Grove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of South Grove Elementary School students are Asian, 15% of students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Grove Elementary School?
South Grove Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does South Grove Elementary School offer ?
South Grove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental virtual).
What school district is South Grove Elementary School part of?
South Grove Elementary School is part of Syosset Central School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
This school is amazing. When i used to go there everything is so disciplined and they teach you so much. This is one of the best schools i have been in all of my life. You are going to have to pay a lot of taxes but i is worth going to one of the best schools in syosset.
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