Serving 525 students in grades Kindergarten-2, Northwest 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 top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 525 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44%
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northwest Elementary School's student population of 525 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
525 students
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Northwest Elementary School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)40-44%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)50-54%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
61%
31%
Black
24%
15%
White
8%
39%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Northwest Elementary School often compared to?
Northwest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northeast School, Edmund W Miles Middle School, Park Avenue School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% NY state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average).
How many students attend Northwest Elementary School?
525 students attend Northwest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Northwest Elementary School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northwest Elementary School?
Northwest Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Northwest Elementary School offer ?
Northwest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Northwest Elementary School part of?
Northwest Elementary School is part of Amityville Union Free School District.
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