Serving 651 students in grades Kindergarten-5, E M Baker School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 87% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher 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 72% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 651 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 87% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
E M Baker School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
E M Baker School's student population of 651 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
651 students
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
E M Baker School ranks within the top 10% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of E M Baker 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#233 out of 4346 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
59%
10%
Hispanic
9%
31%
Black
n/a
15%
White
28%
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
18%
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 E M Baker School's ranking?
E M Baker School is ranked #233 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What schools are E M Baker School often compared to?
E M Baker Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakeville Elementary School, Saddle Rock School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
87% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend E M Baker School?
651 students attend E M Baker School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of E M Baker School students are Asian, 28% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of E M Baker School?
E M Baker School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does E M Baker School offer ?
E M Baker School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is E M Baker School part of?
E M Baker School is part of Great Neck Union Free School District.
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