Serving 407 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Old Bethpage 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 90-94% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (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 43% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 407 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Old Bethpage School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Old Bethpage School's student population of 407 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
407 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Rankings
Old Bethpage 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 Old Bethpage School is 0.58, 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
#277 out of 4346 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
30%
10%
Hispanic
7%
31%
Black
1%
15%
White
57%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Old Bethpage School's ranking?
Old Bethpage School is ranked #277 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Old Bethpage School often compared to?
Old Bethpage Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Judy Jacobs Parkway Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90-94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Old Bethpage School?
407 students attend Old Bethpage School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Old Bethpage School students are White, 30% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Old Bethpage School?
Old Bethpage School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Old Bethpage School offer ?
Old Bethpage School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Old Bethpage School part of?
Old Bethpage School is part of Plainview-Old Bethpage Central School District.
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