Serving 293 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Steele Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 70-74% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (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 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 293 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Steele Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Steele Elementary School's student population of 293 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
293 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Steele Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Steele Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#867 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
9%
10%
Hispanic
44%
31%
Black
36%
15%
White
6%
39%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.7%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Steele Elementary School's ranking?
Steele Elementary School is ranked #867 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Steele Elementary School often compared to?
Steele Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Meadow Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Steele Elementary School?
293 students attend Steele Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Steele Elementary School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, 6% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Steele Elementary School?
Steele Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Steele Elementary School offer ?
Steele Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Steele Elementary School part of?
Steele Elementary School is part of Baldwin Union Free School District.
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