Serving 269 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Edward J Bosti Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower 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: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 269 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Edward J Bosti Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Edward J Bosti Elementary School's student population of 269 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
269 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Motto
The Connetquot Central School District of Islip, through strong community partnerships, will develop life-long learners for a global society.
School Rankings
Edward J Bosti Elementary 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 Edward J Bosti Elementary School is 0.43, 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
#1003 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
15%
31%
Black
4%
15%
White
74%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edward J Bosti Elementary School's ranking?
Edward J Bosti Elementary School is ranked #1003 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Edward J Bosti Elementary School often compared to?
Edward J Bosti Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Edith L Slocum Elementary School, John Pearl Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Edward J Bosti Elementary School?
269 students attend Edward J Bosti Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Edward J Bosti Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Edward J Bosti Elementary School?
Edward J Bosti Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Edward J Bosti Elementary School offer ?
Edward J Bosti Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Edward J Bosti Elementary School part of?
Edward J Bosti Elementary School is part of Connetquot Central School District.
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