Excellent
#745 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 16% in state
William L Buck School
Elementary School · VALLEY STREAM 24 UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
75 HORTON AVE, Valley Stream, NY 11581
Enrollment
310
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
310
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#745 of 4,742
In Valley Stream
#2 of 14
public schools
In district
#1 of 3
VALLEY STREAM 24 UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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William L Buck School
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About William L Buck School
William L Buck School is a public elementary school in Valley Stream, NY, part of VALLEY STREAM 24 UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. William L Buck School serves approximately 310 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. William L Buck School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #745 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for William L Buck School show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- District avg 7.5
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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William L Buck School — Students at William L Buck School score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
38.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 36 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: 8.0/10.
How William L Buck School Compares
See how William L Buck School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
75 HORTON AVE, Valley Stream, NY 11581
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering William L Buck School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WEST END SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Lynbrook), which scores slightly higher. Another option is MARION STREET SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Lynbrook), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ROBERT W CARBONARO SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Valley Stream, see our Valley Stream schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HEWLETT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hewlett | 0.6 mi | 7.4 |
| BROOKLYN AVENUE SCHOOL Valley Stream | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| LYNBROOK SOUTH MIDDLE SCHOOL Lynbrook | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| LYNBROOK NORTH MIDDLE SCHOOL Lynbrook | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| OUR KIDS PLACE COUNTRY DAY Hewlett | 0.9 mi | — |
| GEORGE W HEWLETT HIGH SCHOOL Hewlett | 1.0 mi | 9.1 |
| WEST END SCHOOL Lynbrook | 0.9 mi | 8.5 |
| HEBREW ACADEMY OF LONG BEACH EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTE Hewlett | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| CHEDER CHABAD GIRLS OF LONG ISLAND Lynbrook | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| LYNBROOK SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Lynbrook | 1.0 mi | 9.0 |
| ROBERT W CARBONARO SCHOOL Valley Stream | 1.0 mi | 7.7 |
| MARION STREET SCHOOL Lynbrook | 1.1 mi | 8.3 |
| VALLEY STREAM CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Valley Stream | 1.3 mi | 9.2 |
| KINDERGARTEN CENTER Lynbrook | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| YESHIVA OF SOUTH SHORE Hewlett | 1.2 mi | 4.9 |
| WOODMERE MIDDLE SCHOOL Hewlett | 1.1 mi | 8.3 |
| FRANKLIN EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Hewlett | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| WHEELER AVENUE SCHOOL Valley Stream | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
| CHEDER AT THE OHEL Valley Stream | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
| WAVERLY PARK SCHOOL East Rockaway | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11581 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$138,821
Median Home Value
$652,700
Median Rent
$2,198/mo
Population
22,652
College Educated
47.6%
Homeownership
82.8%
Avg Commute
40.9 min
Poverty Rate
6.1%
Median Age
39.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BROOKLYN RISE CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 8.0 |
| BUCKLEY COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Roslyn, NY | 8.0 |
| CUBA-RUSHFORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cuba, NY | 8.0 |
| EAST MORICHES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Moriches, NY | 8.0 |
| FOREST BROOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hauppauge, NY | 8.0 |
| HAMAGRAEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Delmar, NY | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about William L Buck School
What grades does William L Buck School serve?
William L Buck School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend William L Buck School?
William L Buck School has an enrollment of approximately 310 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at William L Buck School?
The student-teacher ratio at William L Buck School is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does William L Buck School rank in NY?
William L Buck School ranks #745 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is William L Buck School's MySchoolScout rating?
William L Buck School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 William L Buck School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, William L Buck School has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is William L Buck School a charter school?
No, William L Buck School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is William L Buck School a Title I school?
No, William L Buck School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for William L Buck School?
38.1% of students at William L Buck 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
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 310
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 38.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Nassau County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.5%
- Phone
- (516) 434-2841
Resources & Links
District
VALLEY STREAM 24 UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,096
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $32,638
- District Rank
- #1 of 3
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