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John G Dinkelmeyer School

Elementary School · NORTH BELLMORE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

2100 WALTOFFER AVE, North Bellmore, NY 11710

Enrollment

427

Student-Teacher

13.3:1

Score

6.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#1,975 of 4,742

In North Bellmore

#1 of 3

public schools

In district

#3 of 5

NORTH BELLMORE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

8.3 / 10

Excellent

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John G Dinkelmeyer School

6.7/10

Elementary School in North Bellmore · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About John G Dinkelmeyer School

John G Dinkelmeyer School is a public elementary school in North Bellmore, NY, part of NORTH BELLMORE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. John G Dinkelmeyer School serves approximately 427 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. John G Dinkelmeyer School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,975 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for John G Dinkelmeyer School show 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • District avg 6.6
  • NY avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.7Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.45 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.2Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency61.1% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency55.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+7.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-5.7 pts
Overall Proficiency58% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)64% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-6.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile59th
Resources & Environment8.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$27,589
Chronic Absenteeism17.1%

John G Dinkelmeyer School — Students at John G Dinkelmeyer School score 58% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

13.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 70.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
45.9% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 65.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
58.4% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 36 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
97.5%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
46%
ELA
53%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2019
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2020*
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2021*
Math
70%
ELA
71.2%
2022
Math
61.1%
ELA
55.2%

* 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: 5.7/10.

How John G Dinkelmeyer School Compares

See how John G Dinkelmeyer School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.7/10
58th percentile in NY
Academic
7.2/10
Very Good
Growth
5.7/10
Average
Environment
8.3/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
14%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.1%

Location

2100 WALTOFFER AVE, North Bellmore, NY 11710

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering John G Dinkelmeyer School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MCVEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.1/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby East Meadow), which scores notably higher. Another option is BARNUM WOODS SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby East Meadow), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LEE ROAD SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Wantagh), which scores notably higher. For more schools in North Bellmore, see our North Bellmore schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
WOODLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL East Meadow 0.8 mi 8.3
PARK AVENUE SCHOOL North Merrick 1.1 mi 7.3
NEWBRIDGE ROAD SCHOOL North Bellmore 1.1 mi 6.7
HAROLD D FAYETTE SCHOOL North Merrick 0.9 mi 8.2
PROGRESSIVE SCHOOL OF LONG ISLAND Merrick 1.1 mi 8.2
SAW MILL ROAD SCHOOL North Bellmore 1.1 mi 5.2
WELLINGTON C MEPHAM HIGH SCHOOL Bellmore 1.5 mi 9.1
PARKWAY SCHOOL East Meadow 1.4 mi 8.2
OLD MILL ROAD SCHOOL Merrick 1.3 mi 6.7
CAMP AVENUE SCHOOL Merrick 1.5 mi 7.3
LEE ROAD SCHOOL Wantagh 1.2 mi 8.6
MCVEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Meadow 1.7 mi 9.1
GRAND AVENUE MIDDLE SCHOOL Bellmore 1.9 mi 8.2
MARTIN AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bellmore 1.8 mi 7.1
MERRICK AVENUE MIDDLE SCHOOL Merrick 1.9 mi 8.3
SANFORD H CALHOUN HIGH SCHOOL Merrick 1.8 mi 9.2
BARNUM WOODS SCHOOL East Meadow 1.6 mi 9.0
CHATTERTON SCHOOL Merrick 2.1 mi 8.0
WISDOM LANE MIDDLE SCHOOL Levittown 1.9 mi 7.9
GRACE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Merrick 2.2 mi 8.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11710 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$173,136

Median Home Value

$647,000

Median Rent

$2,495/mo

Population

34,459

College Educated

54%

Homeownership

90.7%

Avg Commute

36.5 min

Poverty Rate

3.3%

Median Age

41.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about John G Dinkelmeyer School

What grades does John G Dinkelmeyer School serve?

John G Dinkelmeyer School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend John G Dinkelmeyer School?

John G Dinkelmeyer School has an enrollment of approximately 427 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at John G Dinkelmeyer School?

The student-teacher ratio at John G Dinkelmeyer School is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does John G Dinkelmeyer School rank in NY?

John G Dinkelmeyer School ranks #1,975 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is John G Dinkelmeyer School's MySchoolScout rating?

John G Dinkelmeyer School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 John G Dinkelmeyer School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, John G Dinkelmeyer School has 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is John G Dinkelmeyer School a charter school?

No, John G Dinkelmeyer School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is John G Dinkelmeyer School a Title I school?

No, John G Dinkelmeyer School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John G Dinkelmeyer School?

13.6% of students at John G Dinkelmeyer 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
53 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
24 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
427
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
13.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Nassau County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.1%

District

NORTH BELLMORE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
2,113
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$27,589
District Rank
#3 of 5

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