Very Good
#1251 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 26% in state
Based on limited data
Chestnut Street School
Elementary School · WEST HEMPSTEAD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
252 CHESTNUT ST, West Hempstead, NY 11552
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on NY statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
125
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Enrollment
125
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,251 of 4,742
In West Hempstead
#2 of 4
public schools
In district
#2 of 4
WEST HEMPSTEAD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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Chestnut Street School
Elementary School in West Hempstead · grades Pre-K – 1st. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Chestnut Street School
Chestnut Street School is a public elementary school in West Hempstead, NY, part of WEST HEMPSTEAD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Chestnut Street School serves approximately 125 students, and covers grades Pre-K-1st, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Chestnut Street School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,251 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 6.9
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 125 students, Chestnut Street School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
39.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Chestnut Street School Compares
See how Chestnut Street School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
252 CHESTNUT ST, West Hempstead, NY 11552
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Chestnut Street School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HEWITT SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Rockville Centre), which scores slightly higher. Another option is JOHN STREET SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Franklin Square), with a comparable rating. Additionally, WILLOW ROAD SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Franklin Square), with a comparable rating. For more schools in West Hempstead, see our West Hempstead schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HEBREW ACADEMY OF NASSAU COUNTY (HANC) West Hempstead | 0.4 mi | 6.9 |
| HEBREW ACADEMY OF NASSAU COUNTY West Hempstead | 0.4 mi | 6.6 |
| WEST HEMPSTEAD SECONDARY SCHOOL West Hempstead | 0.5 mi | 8.5 |
| GEORGE WASHINGTON SCHOOL West Hempstead | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| JOHN STREET SCHOOL Franklin Square | 0.8 mi | 7.0 |
| CORNWELL AVENUE SCHOOL West Hempstead | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| DAVID PATERSON SCHOOL Hempstead | 1.0 mi | 3.5 |
| HEMPSTEAD HIGH SCHOOL Hempstead | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| SACRED HEART ACADEMY Hempstead | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| THE WALDORF SCHOOL OF GARDEN CITY Garden City | 1.5 mi | 8.9 |
| CRESCENT SCHOOL Hempstead | 1.2 mi | 7.6 |
| WASHINGTON STREET SCHOOL Franklin Square | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| EVERGREEN CHARTER SCHOOL Hempstead | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| GRACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Malverne | 1.5 mi | 4.2 |
| H FRANK CAREY HIGH SCHOOL Franklin Square | 1.5 mi | 7.8 |
| VALLEY STREAM NORTH HIGH SCHOOL Franklin Square | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| POLK STREET SCHOOL Franklin Square | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Hempstead | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| HEWITT SCHOOL Rockville Centre | 1.7 mi | 8.4 |
| WILLOW ROAD SCHOOL Franklin Square | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11552 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$153,192
Median Home Value
$615,800
Median Rent
$3,185/mo
Population
26,053
College Educated
47%
Homeownership
90.6%
Avg Commute
38.5 min
Poverty Rate
6.4%
Median Age
36.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL Albany, NY | 7.5 |
| FLUSHING CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Flushing, NY | 7.5 |
| HILLEL COMMUNITY DAY SCHOOL Rochester, NY | 7.5 |
| QUOGUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Quogue, NY | 7.5 |
| SOLOMON SCHECHTER SCHOOL OF MANHATTAN New York, NY | 7.5 |
| STELLA NIAGARA EDUCATION PARK Stella Niagara, NY | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Chestnut Street School
What grades does Chestnut Street School serve?
Chestnut Street School serves students in grades Pre-K through 1st.
How many students attend Chestnut Street School?
Chestnut Street School has an enrollment of approximately 125 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Chestnut Street School?
The student-teacher ratio at Chestnut Street School is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Chestnut Street School rank in NY?
Chestnut Street School ranks #1,251 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Chestnut Street School's MySchoolScout rating?
Chestnut Street School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Chestnut Street School a charter school?
No, Chestnut Street School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Chestnut Street School a Title I school?
No, Chestnut Street School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Chestnut Street School?
39.2% of students at Chestnut 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
- Pre-K – 1st
- Enrollment
- 125
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 39.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Nassau County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.6%
- Phone
- (516) 390-3150
Resources & Links
District
WEST HEMPSTEAD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,617
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $43,067
- District Rank
- #2 of 4
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