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#183 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 4% in state

Bowling Green School

Elementary School · EAST MEADOW UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

2340 STEWART AVE, Westbury, NY 11590

Enrollment

911

Student-Teacher

10.2:1

Score

8.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#183 of 4,742

In Westbury

#1 of 8

public schools

In district

#4 of 9

EAST MEADOW UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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Bowling Green School

8.8/10

Elementary School in Westbury · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Bowling Green School

Bowling Green School is a public elementary school in Westbury, NY, part of EAST MEADOW UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Bowling Green School serves approximately 911 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Bowling Green School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #183 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Bowling Green School show 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.8 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.6
  • NY avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.1Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change+0.35 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics8.2Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency72.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency64.9% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+18.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+4 pts
Overall Proficiency69% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)62% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+6.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile73th
Resources & Environment9.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$29,560
Chronic Absenteeism18.9%

Bowling Green School — Students at Bowling Green School score 69% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

21.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 76.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 66.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.0% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
96%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
80%
ELA
69%
2011
Math
81%
ELA
74%
2012
Math
45%
ELA
35%
2013
Math
64%
ELA
45%
2014
Math
63%
ELA
43%
2015
Math
71%
ELA
59%
2016
Math
78%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
85%
ELA
68%
2018
Math
86%
ELA
68%
2019
Math
86%
ELA
68%
2020*
Math
80%
ELA
77%
2021*
Math
79.3%
ELA
76.5%
2022
Math
72.2%
ELA
64.9%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.1/10.

How Bowling Green School Compares

See how Bowling Green School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.8/10
96th percentile in NY
Academic
8.2/10
Excellent
Growth
9.1/10
Excellent
Environment
9.2/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
21%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
89 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.9%

Location

2340 STEWART AVE, Westbury, NY 11590

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bowling Green School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MCVEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.1/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby East Meadow), with a very similar rating. Another option is NORTHSIDE SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Levittown), with a comparable rating. Additionally, CANTIAGUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Jericho), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Westbury, see our Westbury schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
W TRESPER CLARKE HIGH SCHOOL Westbury 0.4 mi 8.8
CLARKE MIDDLE SCHOOL Westbury 0.4 mi 8.1
LONG ISLAND MONTESSORI SCHOOL Westbury 0.6 mi
EAST MEADOW HIGH SCHOOL East Meadow 1.1 mi 9.7
DUTCH LANE SCHOOL Hicksville 1.0 mi 6.0
MEADOWBROOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Meadow 1.3 mi 8.1
PARK AVENUE SCHOOL Westbury 1.5 mi 7.6
DRYDEN STREET SCHOOL Westbury 1.3 mi 4.5
MCVEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Meadow 1.7 mi 9.1
OLD COUNTRY ROAD SCHOOL Hicksville 1.4 mi 5.2
CAROUSEL DAY SCHOOL Hicksville 1.6 mi
POWELLS LANE SCHOOL Westbury 1.9 mi 5.9
HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL Hicksville 1.7 mi 7.7
WESTBURY MIDDLE SCHOOL Westbury 1.9 mi 4.9
NORTHSIDE SCHOOL Levittown 1.7 mi 8.5
OBRIDGE ACADEMY Hicksville 2.0 mi 3.8
FORK LANE SCHOOL Hicksville 1.7 mi 3.5
CANTIAGUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jericho 2.4 mi 8.2
BURNS AVENUE SCHOOL Hicksville 2.2 mi 5.7
WESTBURY FRIENDS SCHOOL Westbury 2.1 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11590 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$149,250

Median Home Value

$616,500

Median Rent

$2,209/mo

Population

48,243

College Educated

40.1%

Homeownership

77.3%

Avg Commute

30.3 min

Poverty Rate

4.9%

Median Age

42.4

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
DENTON AVENUE SCHOOL New Hyde Park, NY 8.9
E M BAKER SCHOOL Great Neck, NY 8.9
PS 166 RICHARD ROGERS SCHOOL OF THE ARTS & SCIENCE (THE) New York, NY 8.7
PS 94 HENRY LONGFELLOW (THE) Brooklyn, NY 8.7
PUTNAM VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Putnam Valley, NY 8.7
BARNUM WOODS SCHOOL East Meadow, NY 9.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bowling Green School

What grades does Bowling Green School serve?

Bowling Green School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Bowling Green School?

Bowling Green School has an enrollment of approximately 911 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bowling Green School?

The student-teacher ratio at Bowling Green School is 10.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bowling Green School rank in NY?

Bowling Green School ranks #183 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Bowling Green School's MySchoolScout rating?

Bowling Green School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Bowling Green School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bowling Green School has 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Bowling Green School a charter school?

No, Bowling Green School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Bowling Green School a Title I school?

No, Bowling Green School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bowling Green School?

21.3% of students at Bowling Green School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
58 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
911
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
89
Free/Reduced Lunch
21.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Nassau County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.9%

District

EAST MEADOW UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
7,900
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$29,560
District Rank
#4 of 9

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