Serving 490 students in grades 3-6, Babylon Memorial Grade School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher 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 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 490 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Babylon Memorial Grade School's student population of 490 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
490 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
1925
Campus Size
3 acres
School Rankings
Babylon Memorial Grade School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Babylon Memorial Grade School is 0.42, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1026 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
18%
31%
Black
2%
15%
White
74%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Babylon Memorial Grade School's ranking?
Babylon Memorial Grade School is ranked #1026 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Babylon Memorial Grade School often compared to?
Babylon Memorial Grade Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Commack Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Babylon Memorial Grade School?
490 students attend Babylon Memorial Grade School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Babylon Memorial Grade School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Babylon Memorial Grade School?
Babylon Memorial Grade School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Babylon Memorial Grade School offer ?
Babylon Memorial Grade School offers enrollment in grades 3-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Babylon Memorial Grade School part of?
Babylon Memorial Grade School is part of Babylon Union Free School District.
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