Serving 533 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Central Boulevard Elementary School 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 65% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 533 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Boulevard Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Central Boulevard Elementary School's student population of 533 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
533 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Central Boulevard Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Boulevard Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#1385 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
25%
10%
Hispanic
22%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
47%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Boulevard Elementary School's ranking?
Central Boulevard Elementary School is ranked #1385 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Central Boulevard Elementary School often compared to?
Central Boulevard Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Charles Campagne School, Summit Lane School, Meadowbrook Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Central Boulevard Elementary School?
533 students attend Central Boulevard Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Central Boulevard Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Asian, 22% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Boulevard Elementary School?
Central Boulevard Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Central Boulevard Elementary School offer ?
Central Boulevard Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Central Boulevard Elementary School part of?
Central Boulevard Elementary School is part of Bethpage Union Free School District.
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