Serving 191 students in grades 2-6, West Side 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 90-94% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 2-6
- Enrollment: 191 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Side School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
West Side School's student population of 191 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
191 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
West Side 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 West Side School is 0.29, which is less 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
#62 out of 4346 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
10%
Hispanic
4%
30%
Black
1%
16%
White
84%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
54%
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 West Side School's ranking?
West Side School is ranked #62 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90-94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend West Side School?
191 students attend West Side School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of West Side School students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Side School?
West Side School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does West Side School offer ?
West Side School offers enrollment in grades 2-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Side School part of?
West Side School is part of Cold Spring Harbor Central School District.
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