E M Baker School

E M Baker School serves 643 students in kindergarten through fifth grade in Great Neck, consistently ranking among New York's top elementary schools. With a MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and holding the #256 position out of 4,758 schools statewide, the school places in the 95th percentile for academic achievement. The school demonstrates strong academic performance with 85% of students scoring proficient or above in English Language Arts and 86% achieving proficiency in mathematics.

With 49 full-time equivalent teachers maintaining a favorable 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio, students receive focused attention that supports their educational growth. Located on Baker Hill Road, E M Baker School serves families in a well-established community where 67% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher. The neighborhood's median household income of $146,563 and low poverty rate of 6.2% reflect the area's commitment to educational excellence.

With median home values around $1.1 million, families invest significantly in this community partly for access to quality schools like E M Baker. The school operates within Great Neck's large suburban setting, providing elementary students with a solid academic foundation in an environment that values educational achievement and community engagement.