Serving 716 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Oak Park 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 32% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (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 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 716 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Oak Park Elementary School's student population of 716 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
716 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Year Founded
1962
School Calendar
School Rankings
Oak Park Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oak Park Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#3493 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
87%
30%
Black
6%
16%
White
2%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Oak Park Elementary School's ranking?
Oak Park Elementary School is ranked #3493 out of 4,346 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?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Oak Park Elementary School?
716 students attend Oak Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Oak Park Elementary School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oak Park Elementary School?
Oak Park Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Oak Park Elementary School offer ?
Oak Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Oak Park Elementary School part of?
Oak Park Elementary School is part of Brentwood Union Free School District.
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