Serving 361 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sea Cliff Elementary 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 85-89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher 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 22% 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: 361 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sea Cliff Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Sea Cliff Elementary School's student population of 361 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
361 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Sea Cliff Elementary 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 Sea Cliff Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#239 out of 4346 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
10%
31%
Black
1%
15%
White
78%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sea Cliff Elementary School's ranking?
Sea Cliff Elementary School is ranked #239 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Sea Cliff Elementary School often compared to?
Sea Cliff Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glen Head 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 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Sea Cliff Elementary School?
361 students attend Sea Cliff Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Sea Cliff Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sea Cliff Elementary School?
Sea Cliff Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Sea Cliff Elementary School offer ?
Sea Cliff Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sea Cliff Elementary School part of?
Sea Cliff Elementary School is part of North Shore Central School District.
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