Excellent
#197 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 4% in state
Glen Head Elementary School
Elementary School · NORTH SHORE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
7 SCHOOL ST, Glen Head, NY 11545
Enrollment
366
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
366
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#197 of 4,742
In Glen Head
#3 of 4
public schools
In district
#4 of 5
NORTH SHORE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Glen Head Elementary School
Glen Head Elementary School is a public elementary school in Glen Head, NY, part of NORTH SHORE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Glen Head Elementary School serves approximately 366 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Glen Head Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #197 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Glen Head Elementary School show 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.8 · Excellent
- District avg 8.9
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Glen Head Elementary School — Students at Glen Head Elementary School score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).
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: 8.9/10.
How Glen Head Elementary School Compares
See how Glen Head Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
7 SCHOOL ST, Glen Head, NY 11545
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Glen Head Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SEA CLIFF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.3/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Sea Cliff), which scores slightly higher. Another option is TIEGERMAN MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Glen Cove), with a very similar rating. Additionally, EAST HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Roslyn Heights), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Glen Head, see our Glen Head schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NORTH SHORE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Glen Head | 0.5 mi | 9.0 |
| NORTH SHORE MIDDLE SCHOOL Glen Head | 0.6 mi | 9.2 |
| GLENWOOD LANDING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Glen Head | 0.7 mi | 8.5 |
| SCO FAMILY SERVICES - TYREE LEARNING CENTER Sea Cliff | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
| SEA CLIFF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sea Cliff | 1.3 mi | 9.3 |
| THE GREENVALE SCHOOL Old Brookville | 1.3 mi | 8.1 |
| TIEGERMAN MIDDLE SCHOOL Glen Cove | 1.7 mi | 8.8 |
| HARBOR HILL SCHOOL Greenvale | 1.8 mi | 8.4 |
| TIEGERMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Glen Cove | 1.9 mi | — |
| CONNOLLY SCHOOL Glen Cove | 2.0 mi | 4.2 |
| GREEK LANGUAGE INSTITUTE Port Washington | 2.0 mi | 3.6 |
| LANDING SCHOOL Glen Cove | 2.4 mi | 4.0 |
| DEASY SCHOOL Glen Cove | 2.7 mi | 6.6 |
| ROBERT M FINLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL Glen Cove | 2.7 mi | 7.1 |
| ROSLYN HIGH SCHOOL Roslyn Heights | 2.9 mi | 9.2 |
| GRIBBIN SCHOOL Glen Cove | 3.0 mi | 6.8 |
| EAST HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Roslyn Heights | 3.0 mi | 8.6 |
| GLEN COVE HIGH SCHOOL Glen Cove | 3.3 mi | 7.7 |
| ROSLYN HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Roslyn Heights | 3.2 mi | 5.3 |
| NORTH SHORE DAY SCHOOL Glen Cove | 3.4 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11545 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$164,583
Median Home Value
$1,028,900
Median Rent
$2,220/mo
Population
11,963
College Educated
66%
Homeownership
90.3%
Avg Commute
34.5 min
Poverty Rate
2.7%
Median Age
47.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| DOUGLAS G GRAFFLIN SCHOOL Chappaqua, NY | 8.8 |
| ELSMERE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Delmar, NY | 8.8 |
| INCREASE MILLER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Katonah, NY | 8.8 |
| LLOYD HARBOR SCHOOL Huntington, NY | 8.8 |
| MILTON SCHOOL Rye, NY | 8.8 |
| MUSCOTA New York, NY | 8.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Glen Head Elementary School
What grades does Glen Head Elementary School serve?
Glen Head Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Glen Head Elementary School?
Glen Head Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 366 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Glen Head Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Glen Head Elementary School is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Glen Head Elementary School rank in NY?
Glen Head Elementary School ranks #197 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Glen Head Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Glen Head Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 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 Glen Head Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Glen Head Elementary School has 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Glen Head Elementary School a charter school?
No, Glen Head Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Glen Head Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Glen Head Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 366
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Nassau County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.9%
- Phone
- (516) 277-7701
Resources & Links
District
NORTH SHORE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 2,534
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $43,421
- District Rank
- #4 of 5
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