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David Paterson School
Elementary School · HEMPSTEAD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
40 FULTON AVE, Hempstead, NY 11550
Enrollment
435
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
435
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,498 of 4,742
In Hempstead
#9 of 11
public schools
In district
#6 of 8
HEMPSTEAD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
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About David Paterson School
David Paterson School is a public elementary school in Hempstead, NY, part of HEMPSTEAD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. David Paterson School serves approximately 435 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 16.7:1 student-teacher ratio. David Paterson School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #4,498 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for David Paterson School show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.7
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
54% of students at David Paterson School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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David Paterson School — Students at David Paterson School score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
62.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 36 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 4.2/10.
How David Paterson School Compares
See how David Paterson School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
40 FULTON AVE, Hempstead, NY 11550
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering David Paterson School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WILLIAM S COVERT SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby South Hempstead), which scores notably higher. Another option is CHESTNUT STREET SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby West Hempstead), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JOHN STREET SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Franklin Square), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hempstead, see our Hempstead schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11550 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$86,904
Median Home Value
$446,500
Median Rent
$1,647/mo
Population
60,658
College Educated
20.9%
Homeownership
48.1%
Avg Commute
32.6 min
Poverty Rate
14.3%
Median Age
37
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BENJAMIN FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Binghamton, NY | 3.5 |
| BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR EXCELLENCE 4 Bronx, NY | 3.5 |
| FORK LANE SCHOOL Hicksville, NY | 3.5 |
| HEMPSTEAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Spring Valley, NY | 3.5 |
| JOSEPH MCNEIL SCHOOL Hempstead, NY | 3.5 |
| KING STREET SCHOOL Port Chester, NY | 3.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about David Paterson School
What grades does David Paterson School serve?
David Paterson School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend David Paterson School?
David Paterson School has an enrollment of approximately 435 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at David Paterson School?
The student-teacher ratio at David Paterson School is 16.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does David Paterson School rank in NY?
David Paterson School ranks #4,498 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is David Paterson School's MySchoolScout rating?
David Paterson School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 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 David Paterson School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, David Paterson School has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is David Paterson School a charter school?
No, David Paterson School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is David Paterson School a Title I school?
No, David Paterson School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for David Paterson School?
62.1% of students at David Paterson 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 435
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 62.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Nassau County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 53.6%
- Phone
- (516) 434-4451
Resources & Links
District
HEMPSTEAD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 6,343
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $37,663
- District Rank
- #6 of 8
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