Needs Improvement
#4669 of 4,742 schools in NY
Based on limited data
Prospect Elementary School
Elementary School · HEMPSTEAD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
265 PENINSULA BLVD, Hempstead, NY 11550
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 10 schools in Hempstead. Learn more
Enrollment
490
Student-Teacher
49:1
Score
2.8
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
490
Student-Teacher
49:1
Score
2.8
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,669 of 4,742
In Hempstead
#10 of 11
public schools
In district
#7 of 8
HEMPSTEAD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
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Prospect Elementary School
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About Prospect Elementary School
Prospect Elementary School is a public elementary school in Hempstead, NY, part of HEMPSTEAD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Prospect Elementary School serves approximately 490 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Kindergarten, and has a 49:1 student-teacher ratio. Prospect Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.8 out of 10 and ranks #4,669 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Based on limited data: 44% component coverage.
- This school 2.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.7
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Prospect Elementary School runs 49:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
55% of students at Prospect Elementary 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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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Prospect Elementary School Compares
See how Prospect Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
265 PENINSULA BLVD, Hempstead, NY 11550
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Prospect Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WILLIAM S COVERT SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby South Hempstead), which scores notably higher. Another option is LOCUST SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Garden City), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GRAND AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby North Baldwin), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hempstead, see our Hempstead schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ALVERTA B GRAY SCHULTZ MIDDLE SCHOOL Hempstead | 0.2 mi | 4.3 |
| ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Hempstead | 0.5 mi | 7.2 |
| CRESCENT SCHOOL Hempstead | 0.4 mi | 7.6 |
| JOSEPH MCNEIL SCHOOL Hempstead | 0.6 mi | 3.5 |
| EVERGREEN CHARTER SCHOOL Hempstead | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| BARACK OBAMA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hempstead | 0.6 mi | 4.6 |
| JACKSON MAIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hempstead | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| SACRED HEART ACADEMY Hempstead | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| RHODES ACADEMY OF HUMANITIES AND THE ARTS Hempstead | 0.8 mi | 2.2 |
| HEMPSTEAD HIGH SCHOOL Hempstead | 0.7 mi | 6.8 |
| DAVID PATERSON SCHOOL Hempstead | 0.7 mi | 3.5 |
| LAWRENCE ROAD MIDDLE SCHOOL Hempstead | 1.2 mi | 4.6 |
| GRAND AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Baldwin | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
| HANC - MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL Uniondale | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| WILLIAM S COVERT SCHOOL South Hempstead | 1.5 mi | 9.0 |
| LOCUST SCHOOL Garden City | 1.5 mi | 7.8 |
| HEBREW ACADEMY OF NASSAU COUNTY West Hempstead | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
| CALIFORNIA AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Uniondale | 1.3 mi | 4.5 |
| NASSAU BOCES Garden City | 1.7 mi | 5.7 |
| NORTHERN PARKWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Uniondale | 1.4 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11550 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$86,904
Median Home Value
$446,500
Median Rent
$1,647/mo
Population
60,658
College Educated
20.9%
Homeownership
48.1%
Avg Commute
32.6 min
Poverty Rate
14.3%
Median Age
37
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ACHIEVEMENT FIRST LINDEN CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 2.8 |
| BEDFORD PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 2.8 |
| CATARACT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Niagara Falls, NY | 2.8 |
| FLEETWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Chestnut Ridge, NY | 2.8 |
| GOUVERNEUR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gouverneur, NY | 2.8 |
| HYDE PARK SCHOOL Niagara Falls, NY | 2.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Prospect Elementary School
What grades does Prospect Elementary School serve?
Prospect Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.
How many students attend Prospect Elementary School?
Prospect Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 490 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Prospect Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Prospect Elementary School is 49:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Prospect Elementary School rank in NY?
Prospect Elementary School ranks #4,669 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Prospect Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Prospect Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Prospect Elementary School a charter school?
No, Prospect Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Prospect Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Prospect Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Prospect Elementary School?
71.0% of students at Prospect 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 490
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 49:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Nassau County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 54.9%
- Phone
- (516) 434-4701
Resources & Links
District
HEMPSTEAD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 6,343
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $37,663
- District Rank
- #7 of 8
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