Serving 200 students in grades Kindergarten-2, Ann Macarthur Primary ranks in the top 30% 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 75-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 200 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79%
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ann Macarthur Primary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Ann Macarthur Primary's student population of 200 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
200 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Ann Macarthur Primary is 0.50, 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)
(17-18)75-79%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)70-74%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
10%
Hispanic
24%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
66%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Ann Macarthur Primary often compared to?
Ann Macarthur Primaryis often viewed alongside schools like Glen Cove High School, Glen Head Elementary School, North Shore Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average).
How many students attend Ann Macarthur Primary?
200 students attend Ann Macarthur Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Ann Macarthur Primary students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ann Macarthur Primary?
Ann Macarthur Primary has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ann Macarthur Primary offer ?
Ann Macarthur Primary offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ann Macarthur Primary part of?
Ann Macarthur Primary is part of Locust Valley Central School District.
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