Serving 450 students in grades 1-6, School 5 ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 1-6
- Enrollment: 450 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
School 5's student population of 450 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
450 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
“At School #5, We Rise By Lifting Others Upâ€
School Rankings
School 5 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 School 5 is 0.56, 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
#1725 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
10%
Hispanic
26%
30%
Black
2%
16%
White
61%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
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 School 5's ranking?
School 5 is ranked #1725 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?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend School 5?
450 students attend School 5.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of School 5 students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of School 5?
School 5 has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does School 5 offer ?
School 5 offers enrollment in grades 1-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is School 5 part of?
School 5 is part of Oceanside Union Free School District.
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