Serving 450 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Spruce Street School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 450 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Spruce Street School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Spruce Street School's student population of 450 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
450 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
Spruce Street School ranks within the top 10% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Spruce Street School is 0.73, which is more 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
#375 out of 4346 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
24%
10%
Hispanic
17%
30%
Black
6%
16%
White
42%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spruce Street School's ranking?
Spruce Street School is ranked #375 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Spruce Street School often compared to?
Spruce Street Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Peck Slip School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Spruce Street School?
450 students attend Spruce Street School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Spruce Street School students are White, 24% of students are Asian, 17% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Spruce Street School?
Spruce Street School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Spruce Street School offer ?
Spruce Street School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Spruce Street School part of?
Spruce Street School is part of New York City Geographic District # 2 School District.
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