Serving 911 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Bowling Green School ranks in the top 20% 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 79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 911 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bowling Green School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Bowling Green School's student population of 911 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 89 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
911 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
89 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 25, 2026
School Motto
Empowering Students for Success
School Rankings
Bowling Green School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bowling Green School is 0.71, 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
#694 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
28%
10%
Hispanic
30%
30%
Black
3%
16%
White
36%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bowling Green School's ranking?
Bowling Green School is ranked #694 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Bowling Green School often compared to?
Bowling Green Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Drexel Avenue School, Powells Lane School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Bowling Green School?
911 students attend Bowling Green School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Bowling Green School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bowling Green School?
Bowling Green School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bowling Green School offer ?
Bowling Green School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bowling Green School part of?
Bowling Green School is part of East Meadow Union Free School District.
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