Serving 356 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Westhampton Beach Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 50-54% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 356 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westhampton Beach Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Westhampton Beach Elementary School's student population of 356 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
356 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Westhampton Beach Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westhampton Beach Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#1664 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
45%
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
48%
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
36%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westhampton Beach Elementary School's ranking?
Westhampton Beach Elementary School is ranked #1664 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Westhampton Beach Elementary School often compared to?
Westhampton Beach Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Remsenburg-speonk Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Westhampton Beach Elementary School?
356 students attend Westhampton Beach Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Westhampton Beach Elementary School students are White, 45% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westhampton Beach Elementary School?
Westhampton Beach Elementary School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Westhampton Beach Elementary School offer ?
Westhampton Beach Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Westhampton Beach Elementary School part of?
Westhampton Beach Elementary School is part of Westhampton Beach Union Free School District.
School Reviews
5 12/8/2008
Wonderful teachers, beautiful facilities, highly involved parents. Unfortunately, the school's current leadership does not match the caliber of the teachers and the fantastic reputation the school has enjoyed for many years.
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