Serving 321 students in grades 3-5, Connolly 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 30% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 321 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Connolly School's student population of 321 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
321 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Connolly School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Connolly 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
#3312 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
68%
30%
Black
6%
16%
White
21%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Connolly School's ranking?
Connolly School is ranked #3312 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Connolly School?
321 students attend Connolly School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Connolly School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Connolly School?
Connolly School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Connolly School offer ?
Connolly School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Connolly School part of?
Connolly School is part of Glen Cove City School District.
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