Serving 481 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Hempstead Elementary 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 22% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower 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 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 481 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hempstead Elementary School's student population of 481 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
481 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
Hempstead Elementary 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 Hempstead Elementary School is 0.39, 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
#3710 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
76%
30%
Black
18%
16%
White
3%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Hempstead Elementary School's ranking?
Hempstead Elementary School is ranked #3710 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Hempstead Elementary School often compared to?
Hempstead Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kakiat Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Hempstead Elementary School?
481 students attend Hempstead Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Hempstead Elementary School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hempstead Elementary School?
Hempstead Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hempstead Elementary School offer ?
Hempstead Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hempstead Elementary School part of?
Hempstead Elementary School is part of East Ramapo Central School District (Spring Valley).
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