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#289 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 6% in state

East Hills Elementary School

Elementary School · ROSLYN UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

315 LOCUST LN, Roslyn Heights, NY 11577

Enrollment

543

Student-Teacher

11.8:1

Score

8.6

Grades

2nd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#289 of 4,742

In Roslyn Heights

#3 of 5

public schools

In district

#2 of 5

ROSLYN UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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East Hills Elementary School

8.6/10

Elementary School in Roslyn Heights · grades 2nd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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9.2/10

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8.5/10

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About East Hills Elementary School

East Hills Elementary School is a public elementary school in Roslyn Heights, NY, part of ROSLYN UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. East Hills Elementary School serves approximately 543 students, and covers grades 2nd-5th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. East Hills Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #289 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for East Hills Elementary School show 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.6 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.5
  • NY avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.3Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.13 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics8.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency73.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency73.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+20 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+12.7 pts
Overall Proficiency74% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)62% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+11.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile77th
Resources & Environment9.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$33,181
Chronic Absenteeism9.9%

East Hills Elementary School — Students at East Hills Elementary School score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

19.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 78.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 74.3% (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
97%
ELA
91%
2010
Math
85%
ELA
80%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
81%
2012
Math
65%
ELA
51%
2013
Math
59%
ELA
46%
2014
Math
71%
ELA
58%
2015
Math
73%
ELA
69%
2016
Math
77%
ELA
74%
2017
Math
81%
ELA
70%
2018
Math
80%
ELA
78%
2019
Math
80%
ELA
78%
2020*
Math
80%
ELA
83%
2021*
Math
80%
ELA
82.5%
2022
Math
73.5%
ELA
73.6%

* 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: 8.3/10.

How East Hills Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.6/10
94th percentile in NY
Academic
8.5/10
Excellent
Growth
8.3/10
Excellent
Environment
9.7/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
20%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
46 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.9%

Location

315 LOCUST LN, Roslyn Heights, NY 11577

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering East Hills Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NORTH SIDE SCHOOL (rated 9.3/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby East Williston), which scores slightly higher. Another option is CENTER STREET SCHOOL (rated 9.1/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Williston Park), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, HOLY CHILD ACADEMY (rated 8.9/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Old Westbury), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Roslyn Heights, see our Roslyn Heights schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
ROSLYN HIGH SCHOOL Roslyn Heights 0.3 mi 9.2
ROSLYN MIDDLE SCHOOL Roslyn Heights 0.5 mi 8.5
ROSLYN HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Roslyn Heights 0.5 mi 5.3
WILLETS ROAD SCHOOL Roslyn Heights 1.3 mi 9.2
MEADOW DRIVE SCHOOL Albertson 1.3 mi 5.0
HARBOR HILL SCHOOL Greenvale 1.3 mi 8.4
SEARINGTOWN SCHOOL Albertson 1.5 mi 7.0
HERRICKS MIDDLE SCHOOL Albertson 1.8 mi 9.1
NORTH SIDE SCHOOL East Williston 2.1 mi 9.3
ST AIDAN UPPER SCHOOL Williston Park 2.2 mi 6.1
SCHECHTER SCHOOL OF LONG ISLAND Williston Park 2.2 mi 7.5
ST AIDAN SCHOOL Williston Park 2.2 mi 6.6
WHEATLEY SCHOOL Old Westbury 2.2 mi 8.4
HOLY CHILD ACADEMY Old Westbury 1.8 mi 8.9
HERRICKS HIGH SCHOOL New Hyde Park 2.2 mi 9.1
CENTER STREET SCHOOL Williston Park 2.4 mi 9.1
GLENWOOD LANDING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Glen Head 2.7 mi 8.5
THE GREENVALE SCHOOL Old Brookville 2.6 mi 8.1
OUR LADY OF GRACE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Manhasset 2.3 mi 6.7
GREEK LANGUAGE INSTITUTE Port Washington 2.8 mi 3.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11577 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$183,233

Median Home Value

$945,000

Median Rent

$2,037/mo

Population

12,771

College Educated

67.7%

Homeownership

92.8%

Avg Commute

38.4 min

Poverty Rate

4%

Median Age

44.2

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CATTARAUGUS-LITTLE VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cattaraugus, NY 8.6
EAST SIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL-PS 267 New York, NY 8.6
ICAHN CHARTER SCHOOL 5 Bronx, NY 8.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about East Hills Elementary School

What grades does East Hills Elementary School serve?

East Hills Elementary School serves students in grades 2nd through 5th.

How many students attend East Hills Elementary School?

East Hills Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 543 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at East Hills Elementary School is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does East Hills Elementary School rank in NY?

East Hills Elementary School ranks #289 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is East Hills Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

East Hills Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 Hills Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, East Hills Elementary School has 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is East Hills Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is East Hills Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

19.5% of students at East Hills 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
32 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
2nd – 5th
Enrollment
543
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
46
Free/Reduced Lunch
19.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Nassau County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.9%

District

ROSLYN UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
3,313
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$33,181
District Rank
#2 of 5

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