Serving 762 students in grades 1-5, Lakeville Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 95% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 88% (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 91% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 762 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 95% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 88% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lakeville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lakeville Elementary School's student population of 762 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
762 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lakeville Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lakeville Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#152 out of 4377 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
95%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
78%
10%
Hispanic
8%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
9%
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
17%
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 Lakeville Elementary School's ranking?
Lakeville Elementary School is ranked #152 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Lakeville Elementary School often compared to?
Lakeville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like E M Baker School, Saddle Rock School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
95% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Lakeville Elementary School?
762 students attend Lakeville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Lakeville Elementary School students are Asian, 9% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lakeville Elementary School?
Lakeville Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Lakeville Elementary School offer ?
Lakeville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Lakeville Elementary School part of?
Lakeville Elementary School is part of Great Neck Union Free School District.
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