Serving 602 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Paumanok Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 85-89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 602 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Paumanok Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Paumanok Elementary School's student population of 602 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
602 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
The pathway to educational excellence lies within each school
School Rankings
Paumanok Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Paumanok Elementary School is 0.77, which is more 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
#643 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
25%
10%
Hispanic
20%
31%
Black
15%
15%
White
33%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
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 Paumanok Elementary School's ranking?
Paumanok Elementary School is ranked #643 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Paumanok Elementary School often compared to?
Paumanok Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Otsego Elementary School, James H Boyd Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Paumanok Elementary School?
602 students attend Paumanok Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Paumanok Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Asian, 20% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Paumanok Elementary School?
Paumanok Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Paumanok Elementary School offer ?
Paumanok Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Paumanok Elementary School part of?
Paumanok Elementary School is part of Half Hollow Hills Central School District.
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