Serving 85 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Oysterponds 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 50-59% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 85 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oysterponds Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Oysterponds Elementary School's student population of 85 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
85 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Year Founded
1966
School Calendar
School Motto
Let’s Grow Together!
School Rankings
Oysterponds 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 Oysterponds Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#1712 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
26%
30%
Black
4%
16%
White
67%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Oysterponds Elementary School's ranking?
Oysterponds Elementary School is ranked #1712 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Oysterponds Elementary School?
85 students attend Oysterponds Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Oysterponds Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oysterponds Elementary School?
Oysterponds Elementary School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Oysterponds Elementary School offer ?
Oysterponds Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Oysterponds Elementary School part of?
Oysterponds Elementary School is part of Oysterponds Union Free School District.
In what neighborhood is Oysterponds Elementary School located?
Oysterponds Elementary School is located in the North Fork neighborhood of Orient, NY.
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