Serving 440 students in grades Kindergarten-6, John G Dinkelmeyer 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 75-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 440 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John G Dinkelmeyer School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
John G Dinkelmeyer School's student population of 440 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
440 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
John G Dinkelmeyer 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 John G Dinkelmeyer School is 0.63, 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
#1066 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
17%
10%
Hispanic
22%
31%
Black
3%
15%
White
55%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John G Dinkelmeyer School's ranking?
John G Dinkelmeyer School is ranked #1066 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend John G Dinkelmeyer School?
440 students attend John G Dinkelmeyer School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of John G Dinkelmeyer School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John G Dinkelmeyer School?
John G Dinkelmeyer School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does John G Dinkelmeyer School offer ?
John G Dinkelmeyer School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is John G Dinkelmeyer School part of?
John G Dinkelmeyer School is part of North Bellmore Union Free School District.
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