Serving 438 students in grades 1-5, Little Britain 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 25-29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 438 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Little Britain Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Little Britain Elementary School's student population of 438 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
438 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Little Britain 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 Little Britain Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#3179 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
24%
30%
Black
10%
16%
White
60%
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
24%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Little Britain Elementary School's ranking?
Little Britain Elementary School is ranked #3179 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Little Britain Elementary School often compared to?
Little Britain Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Taft Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Little Britain Elementary School?
438 students attend Little Britain Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Little Britain Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Little Britain Elementary School?
Little Britain Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Little Britain Elementary School offer ?
Little Britain Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Little Britain Elementary School part of?
Little Britain Elementary School is part of Washingtonville Central School District.
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