Serving 241 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Earth School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the New York state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 241 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Top 1% in NY)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Earth School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Earth School's student population of 241 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
241 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Earth School is 0.70, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)≤20%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)20-29%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
10%
Hispanic
45%
29%
Black
11%
16%
White
28%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Earth School often compared to?
Earth Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Children's Workshop School, East Village Community School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% NY state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average).
How many students attend Earth School?
241 students attend Earth School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Earth School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Earth School?
Earth School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Earth School offer ?
Earth School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Earth School part of?
Earth School is part of New York City Geographic District # 1 School District.
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