Serving 574 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Northside School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (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 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is equal to the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 574 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northside School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Northside School's student population of 574 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
574 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Northside 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 Northside School is 0.69, 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
#884 out of 4377 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
27%
10%
Hispanic
28%
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
40%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
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 Northside School's ranking?
Northside School is ranked #884 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Northside School often compared to?
Northside Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Summit Lane School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Northside School?
574 students attend Northside School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Northside School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northside School?
Northside School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Northside School offer ?
Northside School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Northside School part of?
Northside School is part of Levittown Union Free School District.
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