Serving 505 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Walnut Street Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower 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 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 505 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Walnut Street Elementary School's student population of 505 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
505 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Walnut Street Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walnut Street Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#2098 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
68%
31%
Black
29%
15%
White
1%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.3%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walnut Street Elementary School's ranking?
Walnut Street Elementary School is ranked #2098 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Walnut Street Elementary School often compared to?
Walnut Street Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Homestead School, Stewart Manor School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Walnut Street Elementary School?
505 students attend Walnut Street Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Walnut Street Elementary School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Walnut Street Elementary School?
Walnut Street Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Walnut Street Elementary School offer ?
Walnut Street Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Walnut Street Elementary School part of?
Walnut Street Elementary School is part of Uniondale Union Free School District.
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