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#1907 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 40% in state

East Elementary School

Elementary School · LONG BEACH CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

456 NEPTUNE BLVD, Long Beach, NY 11561

Enrollment

335

Student-Teacher

8.8:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#1,907 of 4,742

In Long Beach

#5 of 6

public schools

In district

#5 of 6

LONG BEACH CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

8.4 / 10

Excellent

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East Elementary School

6.8/10

Elementary School in Long Beach · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About East Elementary School

East Elementary School is a public elementary school in Long Beach, NY, part of LONG BEACH CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. East Elementary School serves approximately 335 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 8.8:1 student-teacher ratio. East Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,907 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for East Elementary School show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.8 pts below district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 7.6
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

At 8.8:1 students to teachers, East Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.2Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.22 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.6Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency50.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency49.9% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-3.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-11 pts
Overall Proficiency50% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)59% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-9.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile50th
Resources & Environment8.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio8.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$39,590
Chronic Absenteeism28.7%

East Elementary School — Students at East Elementary School score 50% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

27.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 62.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 58.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.0% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
27%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
27%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
32%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2021*
Math
67%
ELA
70.5%
2022
Math
50.4%
ELA
49.9%

* 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: 6.2/10.

How East Elementary School Compares

See how East Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.8/10
60th percentile in NY
Academic
6.6/10
Average
Growth
6.2/10
Average
Environment
8.4/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
28%
Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
38 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
28.7%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

456 NEPTUNE BLVD, Long Beach, NY 11561

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering East Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SCHOOL 4 (rated 8.5/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Oceanside), which scores notably higher. Another option is LIDO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LINDELL BOULEVARD SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Long Beach, see our Long Beach schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.4 mi
School Distance Rating
HARRIET EISMAN COMMUNITY SCHOOL Long Beach 0.7 mi 5.0
LONG BEACH HIGH SCHOOL Long Beach 0.7 mi 8.6
LIDO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Long Beach 0.8 mi 8.3
LONG BEACH MIDDLE SCHOOL Long Beach 0.8 mi 6.7
FRANCIS X HEGARTY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Island Park 1.0 mi 6.2
ISLAND PARK LINCOLN ORENS MIDDLE SCHOOL Island Park 1.2 mi 5.9
TORAH HIGH SCHOOL LONG BEACH Long Beach 1.3 mi 4.6
LINDELL BOULEVARD SCHOOL Long Beach 1.9 mi 7.7
SCHOOL 9E-BOARDMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Oceanside 2.4 mi 7.2
SCHOOL 9M-OCEANSIDE MIDDLE SCHOOL Oceanside 2.5 mi 6.8
LONG BEACH CATHOLIC REGIONAL SCHOOL Long Beach 2.1 mi 5.9
SCHOOL 8 Oceanside 2.9 mi 7.2
SCHOOL 4 Oceanside 3.0 mi 8.5
SCHOOL 7-OCEANSIDE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Oceanside 3.4 mi 9.1
WEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Long Beach 2.6 mi 7.5
RHAME AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Rockaway 3.5 mi 4.4
SCHOOL 2 Oceanside 3.7 mi 7.6
CASTLETON ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL OF OCEANSIDE Oceanside 3.8 mi 7.5
SCHOOL 6-KINDERGARTEN CENTER Oceanside 3.8 mi 5.3
BALDWIN MIDDLE SCHOOL Baldwin 3.4 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11561 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$132,903

Median Home Value

$676,600

Median Rent

$2,462/mo

Population

38,847

College Educated

52.8%

Homeownership

64.3%

Avg Commute

41.7 min

Poverty Rate

7.3%

Median Age

46

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
ALDEN INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Alden, NY 6.8
APALACHIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Apalachin, NY 6.8
DUANESBURG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Delanson, NY 6.8
FAIRMONT NEIGHBORHOOD SCHOOL Bronx, NY 6.8
FLATBUSH ASCEND CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY 6.8
FRANKLIN AVENUE SCHOOL Pearl River, NY 6.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about East Elementary School

What grades does East Elementary School serve?

East Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend East Elementary School?

East Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 335 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at East Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at East Elementary School is 8.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does East Elementary School rank in NY?

East Elementary School ranks #1,907 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is East Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

East Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 East Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, East Elementary School has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is East Elementary School a charter school?

No, East Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is East Elementary School a Title I school?

No, East Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for East Elementary School?

27.8% of students at East Elementary 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
73 Very Walkable
Transit Score
29 Some Transit
Bike Score
63 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
335
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
38
Free/Reduced Lunch
27.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Nassau County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
28.7%

District

LONG BEACH CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
3,602
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$39,590
District Rank
#5 of 6

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