Serving 624 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Polk Street 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 57% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 624 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Polk Street School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Polk Street School's student population of 624 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
624 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Polk Street 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 Polk Street 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
#1262 out of 4377 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
19%
10%
Hispanic
29%
30%
Black
4%
16%
White
46%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Polk Street School's ranking?
Polk Street School is ranked #1262 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Polk Street School often compared to?
Polk Street Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John Street School, Washington Street School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Polk Street School?
624 students attend Polk Street School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Polk Street School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Polk Street School?
Polk Street School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Polk Street School offer ?
Polk Street School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Polk Street School part of?
Polk Street School is part of Franklin Square Union Free School District.
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