Serving 731 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Homer Brink School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than 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 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 731 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Homer Brink School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Homer Brink School's student population of 731 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
731 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Homer Brink School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Homer Brink School is 0.24, 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
#1278 out of 4377 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
4%
29%
Black
3%
16%
White
87%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
53%
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 is Homer Brink School's ranking?
Homer Brink School is ranked #1278 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Homer Brink School often compared to?
Homer Brink Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maine-endwell Senior High School, George F Johnson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Homer Brink School?
731 students attend Homer Brink School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Homer Brink School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Homer Brink School?
Homer Brink School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Homer Brink School offer ?
Homer Brink School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Homer Brink School part of?
Homer Brink School is part of Maine-Endwell Central School District.
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