Excellent
#69 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 1% in state
Center Street School
Elementary School · HERRICKS UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
240 CENTER ST, Williston Park, NY 11596
Enrollment
495
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
9.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
495
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
9.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#69 of 4,742
In district
#1 of 5
HERRICKS UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Center Street School
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About Center Street School
Center Street School is a public elementary school in Williston Park, NY, part of HERRICKS UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Center Street School serves approximately 495 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Center Street School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10 and ranks #69 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Center Street School show 84% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 9.1 · Excellent
- District avg 9.0
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Center Street School — Students at Center Street School score 84% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
23.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 8.8/10.
How Center Street School Compares
See how Center Street School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
240 CENTER ST, Williston Park, NY 11596
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Center Street School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NORTH SIDE SCHOOL (rated 9.3/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby East Williston), with a very similar rating. Another option is DENTON AVENUE SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby New Hyde Park), with a very similar rating. Additionally, BUCKLEY COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Roslyn), a more accessible option. For more schools in Williston Park, see our Williston Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HERRICKS HIGH SCHOOL New Hyde Park | 0.6 mi | 9.1 |
| ST AIDAN SCHOOL Williston Park | 0.6 mi | 6.6 |
| ST AIDAN UPPER SCHOOL Williston Park | 0.6 mi | 6.1 |
| SCHECHTER SCHOOL OF LONG ISLAND Williston Park | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| SEARINGTOWN SCHOOL Albertson | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| HERRICKS MIDDLE SCHOOL Albertson | 1.0 mi | 9.1 |
| JACKSON AVENUE SCHOOL Mineola | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| MINEOLA HIGH SCHOOL Garden City Park | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| MINEOLA MIDDLE SCHOOL Mineola | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| DENTON AVENUE SCHOOL New Hyde Park | 0.9 mi | 8.9 |
| MEADOW DRIVE SCHOOL Albertson | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| GARDEN CITY PARK SCHOOL Garden City Park | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
| BUCKLEY COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Roslyn | 1.3 mi | 8.0 |
| GARDEN CITY HIGH SCHOOL Garden City | 1.7 mi | 9.0 |
| MANOR OAKS WILLIAM BOWIE SCHOOL New Hyde Park | 1.4 mi | 8.0 |
| NEW HYDE PARK MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL New Hyde Park | 1.5 mi | 8.2 |
| NORTH SIDE SCHOOL East Williston | 1.4 mi | 9.3 |
| HAMPTON STREET SCHOOL Mineola | 1.6 mi | 4.5 |
| NOTRE DAME SCHOOL New Hyde Park | 1.6 mi | 6.6 |
| WILLETS ROAD SCHOOL Roslyn Heights | 1.8 mi | 9.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11596 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$162,026
Median Home Value
$801,500
Median Rent
$2,102/mo
Population
10,378
College Educated
56.1%
Homeownership
83.2%
Avg Commute
38.7 min
Poverty Rate
3.2%
Median Age
41.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BRONXVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bronxville, NY | 9.1 |
| BROOKSIDE SCHOOL Yorktown Heights, NY | 9.1 |
| EDGEWOOD SCHOOL Scarsdale, NY | 9.1 |
| FOX MEADOW SCHOOL Scarsdale, NY | 9.1 |
| JUDY JACOBS PARKWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plainview, NY | 9.1 |
| OLD BETHPAGE SCHOOL Old Bethpage, NY | 9.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Center Street School
What grades does Center Street School serve?
Center Street School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Center Street School?
Center Street School has an enrollment of approximately 495 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Center Street School?
The student-teacher ratio at Center Street School is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Center Street School rank in NY?
Center Street School ranks #69 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Center Street School's MySchoolScout rating?
Center Street School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 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 Center Street School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Center Street School has 84% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Center Street School a charter school?
No, Center Street School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Center Street School a Title I school?
No, Center Street School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Center Street School?
23.4% of students at Center Street 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 495
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 23.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Nassau County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 7.5%
- Phone
- (516) 305-8300
Resources & Links
District
HERRICKS UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 4,320
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $29,139
- District Rank
- #1 of 5
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