Excellent
#136 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 3% in state
E M Baker School
Elementary School · GREAT NECK UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
69 BAKER HILL RD, Great Neck, NY 11023
Enrollment
643
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
643
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#136 of 4,742
In Great Neck
#4 of 9
public schools
In district
#4 of 10
GREAT NECK UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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About E M Baker School
E M Baker School is a public elementary school in Great Neck, NY, part of GREAT NECK UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. E M Baker School serves approximately 643 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. E M Baker School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10 and ranks #136 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for E M Baker School show 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.9 · Excellent
- District avg 8.1
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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E M Baker School — Students at E M Baker School score 82% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
17.9%
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: 8.7/10.
How E M Baker School Compares
See how E M Baker School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
69 BAKER HILL RD, Great Neck, NY 11023
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering E M Baker School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LAKEVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.2/10, 2.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is PS 94 DAVID D PORTER (rated 9.2/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Little Neck), with a very similar rating. Additionally, JOHN F KENNEDY SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Great Neck, see our Great Neck schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11023 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$151,544
Median Home Value
$1,143,800
Population
9,824
College Educated
67.7%
Homeownership
81.7%
Avg Commute
35.6 min
Poverty Rate
6.2%
Median Age
37.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about E M Baker School
What grades does E M Baker School serve?
E M Baker School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend E M Baker School?
E M Baker School has an enrollment of approximately 643 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at E M Baker School?
The student-teacher ratio at E M Baker School is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does E M Baker School rank in NY?
E M Baker School ranks #136 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is E M Baker School's MySchoolScout rating?
E M Baker School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 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 E M Baker School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, E M Baker School has 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is E M Baker School a charter school?
No, E M Baker School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is E M Baker School a Title I school?
No, E M Baker School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for E M Baker School?
17.9% of students at E M Baker 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
- 643
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 49
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 17.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Nassau County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.7%
- Phone
- (516) 441-4100
Resources & Links
District
GREAT NECK UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 6,841
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $35,780
- District Rank
- #4 of 10
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