Excellent
#19 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 1% in state
North Side School
Elementary School · EAST WILLISTON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
110 E WILLISTON AVE, East Williston, NY 11596
Enrollment
537
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
9.3
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
537
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
9.3
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#19 of 4,742
In district
#1 of 3
EAST WILLISTON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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North Side School
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About North Side School
North Side School is a public elementary school in East Williston, NY, part of EAST WILLISTON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. North Side School serves approximately 537 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 10.1:1 student-teacher ratio. North Side School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 out of 10 and ranks #19 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for North Side School show 88% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 9.3 · Excellent
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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North Side School — Students at North Side School score 87% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
11.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 32 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.2/10.
How North Side School Compares
See how North Side School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
110 E WILLISTON AVE, East Williston, NY 11596
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering North Side School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CENTER STREET SCHOOL (rated 9.1/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Williston Park), with a very similar rating. Another option is EAST HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Roslyn Heights), with a comparable rating. Additionally, RUSHMORE AVENUE SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Carle Place), with a comparable rating. For more schools in East Williston, see our East Williston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SCHECHTER SCHOOL OF LONG ISLAND Williston Park | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| WILLETS ROAD SCHOOL Roslyn Heights | 0.9 mi | 9.2 |
| HAMPTON STREET SCHOOL Mineola | 0.9 mi | 4.5 |
| WHEATLEY SCHOOL Old Westbury | 0.8 mi | 8.4 |
| ST AIDAN UPPER SCHOOL Williston Park | 0.8 mi | 6.1 |
| ST AIDAN SCHOOL Williston Park | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
| HEMLOCK SCHOOL Garden City | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| MEADOW DRIVE SCHOOL Albertson | 1.2 mi | 5.0 |
| JACKSON AVENUE SCHOOL Mineola | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
| RUSHMORE AVENUE SCHOOL Carle Place | 1.2 mi | 8.3 |
| MINEOLA MIDDLE SCHOOL Mineola | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| ROSLYN MIDDLE SCHOOL Roslyn Heights | 1.7 mi | 8.5 |
| CARLE PLACE MIDDLE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Carle Place | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| CHERRY LANE SCHOOL Carle Place | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
| CENTER STREET SCHOOL Williston Park | 1.4 mi | 9.1 |
| SEARINGTOWN SCHOOL Albertson | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
| STEWART SCHOOL Garden City | 2.0 mi | 8.2 |
| EAST HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Roslyn Heights | 2.1 mi | 8.6 |
| NASSAU BOCES Garden City | 2.1 mi | 5.7 |
| MINEOLA HIGH SCHOOL Garden City Park | 1.8 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11596 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$162,026
Median Home Value
$801,500
Median Rent
$2,102/mo
Population
10,378
College Educated
56.1%
Homeownership
83.2%
Avg Commute
38.7 min
Poverty Rate
3.2%
Median Age
41.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BROOKLYN PROSPECT CHARTER SCHOOL - CSD 13.2 Brooklyn, NY | 9.3 |
| GREENACRES SCHOOL Scarsdale, NY | 9.3 |
| QUAKER RIDGE SCHOOL Scarsdale, NY | 9.3 |
| SEA CLIFF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sea Cliff, NY | 9.3 |
| HEATHCOTE SCHOOL Scarsdale, NY | 9.4 |
| HILLSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hastings On Hudson, NY | 9.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about North Side School
What grades does North Side School serve?
North Side School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend North Side School?
North Side School has an enrollment of approximately 537 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at North Side School?
The student-teacher ratio at North Side School is 10.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does North Side School rank in NY?
North Side School ranks #19 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is North Side School's MySchoolScout rating?
North Side School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 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 North Side School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, North Side School has 88% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is North Side School a charter school?
No, North Side School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is North Side School a Title I school?
No, North Side School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for North Side School?
11.2% of students at North Side 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
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 537
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 53
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 11.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Nassau County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.0%
- Phone
- (516) 333-6860
Resources & Links
District
EAST WILLISTON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,616
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $39,128
- District Rank
- #1 of 3
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