Serving 355 students in grades 3-5, Landing 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 bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 355 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Landing School's student population of 355 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
355 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 27, 2026
School Motto
Sparking Curiosity ~ Embracing Inclusivity
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Landing School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Landing School is 0.51, 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
#3692 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
67%
31%
Black
8%
15%
White
19%
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
56%
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 Landing School's ranking?
Landing School is ranked #3692 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Landing School?
355 students attend Landing School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Landing School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Landing School?
Landing School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Landing School offer ?
Landing School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Landing School part of?
Landing School is part of Glen Cove City School District.
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