Serving 435 students in grades Kindergarten-6, David Paterson School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 14% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 435 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
David Paterson School's student population of 435 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
435 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
David Paterson School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of David Paterson School is 0.46, 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
#4074 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
68%
30%
Black
28%
16%
White
n/a
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
61%
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 David Paterson School's ranking?
David Paterson School is ranked #4074 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend David Paterson School?
435 students attend David Paterson School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of David Paterson School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of David Paterson School?
David Paterson School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does David Paterson School offer ?
David Paterson School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is David Paterson School part of?
David Paterson School is part of Hempstead Union Free School District.
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