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#2161 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 46% in state
East Street School
Elementary School · HICKSVILLE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
50 EAST ST, Hicksville, NY 11801
Enrollment
375
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
375
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,161 of 4,742
In Hicksville
#5 of 9
public schools
In district
#5 of 9
HICKSVILLE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic performance
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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About East Street School
East Street School is a public elementary school in Hicksville, NY, part of HICKSVILLE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. East Street School serves approximately 375 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. East Street School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,161 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for East Street School show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 5.8
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
39% of students at East Street 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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East Street School — Students at East Street School score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
52%
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
↓ 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: 6.0/10.
How East Street School Compares
See how East Street 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
50 EAST ST, Hicksville, NY 11801
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering East Street School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. STRATFORD ROAD SCHOOL (rated 9.2/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Plainview), which scores notably higher. Another option is JEFFREY RATNER-ROBERT SEAMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.2/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Jericho), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GEORGE A JACKSON SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Jericho), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hicksville, see our Hicksville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Hicksville | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| LEE AVENUE SCHOOL Hicksville | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
| HICKSVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Hicksville | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| WOODLAND AVENUE SCHOOL Hicksville | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| HICKSVILLE HIGH SCHOOL Hicksville | 1.0 mi | 7.4 |
| BURNS AVENUE SCHOOL Hicksville | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| OBRIDGE ACADEMY Hicksville | 1.2 mi | 3.8 |
| HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL Hicksville | 1.4 mi | 7.7 |
| PASADENA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plainview | 1.2 mi | 8.8 |
| STRATFORD ROAD SCHOOL Plainview | 1.4 mi | 9.2 |
| CAROUSEL DAY SCHOOL Hicksville | 1.4 mi | — |
| GEORGE A JACKSON SCHOOL Jericho | 1.6 mi | 8.9 |
| FORK LANE SCHOOL Hicksville | 1.8 mi | 3.5 |
| OLD COUNTRY ROAD SCHOOL Hicksville | 1.5 mi | 5.2 |
| KRAMER LANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plainview | 1.6 mi | 8.2 |
| SOUTH GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Syosset | 2.1 mi | 8.6 |
| BAYLIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plainview | 1.9 mi | 8.6 |
| JEFFREY RATNER-ROBERT SEAMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jericho | 1.8 mi | 9.2 |
| ROBBINS LANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Syosset | 2.2 mi | 8.8 |
| THE ELIJA SCHOOL Levittown | 2.3 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11801 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$147,945
Median Home Value
$611,400
Median Rent
$2,992/mo
Population
41,792
College Educated
43.5%
Homeownership
88%
Avg Commute
33.6 min
Poverty Rate
3.5%
Median Age
41.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALLEGHANY AVENUE SCHOOL Lindenhurst, NY | 6.5 |
| DANSVILLE PRIMARY SCHOOL Dansville, NY | 6.5 |
| EAST QUOGUE SCHOOL East Quogue, NY | 6.5 |
| EAST VILLAGE COMMUNITY SCHOOL (THE) New York, NY | 6.5 |
| FAIRFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Massapequa, NY | 6.5 |
| FOREST PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Albany, NY | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about East Street School
What grades does East Street School serve?
East Street School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend East Street School?
East Street School has an enrollment of approximately 375 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at East Street School?
The student-teacher ratio at East Street School is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does East Street School rank in NY?
East Street School ranks #2,161 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is East Street School's MySchoolScout rating?
East Street School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 East Street School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, East Street School has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is East Street School a charter school?
No, East Street School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is East Street School a Title I school?
No, East Street School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for East Street School?
52.0% of students at East Street 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
- 375
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 52.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Nassau County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.9%
- Phone
- (516) 733-2321
Resources & Links
District
HICKSVILLE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 5,508
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,944
- District Rank
- #5 of 9
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