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Westbury Friends School
Elementary School
550 POST AVE, Westbury, NY 11590
Enrollment
15
Student-Teacher
5:1
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
15
Student-Teacher
5:1
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Updated
2021-22
Updated 2021-22
About Westbury Friends School
Westbury Friends School is an private elementary school in Westbury, NY 11590. The school serves approximately 15 students in grades Pre-K – 2nd with a student-teacher ratio of 5:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $149,250, where 40% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 15 students, Westbury Friends School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 5:1, Westbury Friends School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
As a private school, Westbury Friends School operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.
Financial Overview
Source: IRS Form 990 (2023 filing)
- Per-Pupil Spending
- Total expenses ÷ enrollment
- $60,418
- Per-Pupil Revenue
- Total revenue ÷ enrollment
- $55,644
- Financial Health
- Revenue-to-expense ratio (>1.0 = surplus)
- 0.92x — Tight
- Tuition Dependency
- Share of revenue from program services (tuition, fees)
- 78%
- Total Assets
- End-of-year total assets from IRS filing
- $1.2M
Financial data from IRS Form 990 filings via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer. Per-pupil figures based on current enrollment of 15 students. Not all private schools file Form 990.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Westbury Friends School compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Westbury, NY
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Westbury Friends School (this school) | — |
| POWELLS LANE SCHOOL | 4.9 |
| DREXEL AVENUE SCHOOL | 3.8 |
| DRYDEN STREET SCHOOL | 4.0 |
| PARK AVENUE SCHOOL | 6.1 |
| BOWLING GREEN SCHOOL | 7.7 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Pre-K – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 15 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5:1
- Address
- 550 POST AVE, Westbury, NY 11590
- Phone
- (516) 333-3178
- Data Year
- SY 2021-22
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We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in NY aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
550 POST AVE, Westbury, NY 11590
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Westbury Friends School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HOLY CHILD ACADEMY (rated 8.9/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Old Westbury). Another option is RUSHMORE AVENUE SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Carle Place). Additionally, BOWLING GREEN SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 2.1 miles away). For more schools in Westbury, see our Westbury schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WESTBURY HIGH SCHOOL Old Westbury | 0.2 mi | 5.2 |
| WESTBURY MIDDLE SCHOOL Westbury | 0.3 mi | 4.9 |
| POWELLS LANE SCHOOL Westbury | 0.4 mi | 4.9 |
| DREXEL AVENUE SCHOOL Westbury | 0.7 mi | 3.8 |
| SCO FAMILY SERVICES - WESTBROOK PREP SCHOOL Westbury | 0.8 mi | — |
| DRYDEN STREET SCHOOL Westbury | 0.9 mi | 4.0 |
| ST BRIGID/OUR LADY OF HOPE REGIONAL SCHOOL Westbury | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| HOLY CHILD ACADEMY Old Westbury | 1.4 mi | 8.9 |
| PARK AVENUE SCHOOL Westbury | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
| CARLE PLACE MIDDLE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Carle Place | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| CHERRY LANE SCHOOL Carle Place | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
| RUSHMORE AVENUE SCHOOL Carle Place | 1.6 mi | 8.6 |
| LONG ISLAND MONTESSORI SCHOOL Westbury | 1.8 mi | — |
| CLARKE MIDDLE SCHOOL Westbury | 1.8 mi | 6.6 |
| W TRESPER CLARKE HIGH SCHOOL Westbury | 1.8 mi | 7.5 |
| WHEATLEY SCHOOL Old Westbury | 1.6 mi | 7.4 |
| BOWLING GREEN SCHOOL Westbury | 2.1 mi | 7.7 |
| CANTIAGUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jericho | 1.9 mi | 7.4 |
| WILLETS ROAD SCHOOL Roslyn Heights | 2.2 mi | 8.6 |
| ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-UNIONDALE Uniondale | 2.9 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11590 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$149,250
Median Home Value
$616,500
Median Rent
$2,209/mo
Population
48,243
College Educated
40.1%
Homeownership
77.3%
Avg Commute
30.3 min
Poverty Rate
4.9%
Median Age
42.4
Community Profile
The community surrounding Westbury Friends School has a median household income of $149,250. It is a well-educated community where 40% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $616,500, with a median rent of $2,209/month. The local poverty rate of 4.9% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Westbury Friends School
What grades does Westbury Friends School serve?
Westbury Friends School serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Westbury Friends School?
Westbury Friends School has an enrollment of approximately 15 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Westbury Friends School?
The student-teacher ratio at Westbury Friends School is 5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Westbury Friends School a private school?
Yes, Westbury Friends School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Westbury Friends School a religious school?
No, Westbury Friends School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 15
- Gender Split
- 53% M / 47% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- NASSAU
- Phone
- (516) 333-3178
- Data Year
- 2022–2023
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