Excellent
#113 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 2% in state
William S Covert School
Elementary School · ROCKVILLE CENTRE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
379 WILLOW ST, South Hempstead, NY 11550
Enrollment
283
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
9.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
283
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
9.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#113 of 4,742
In district
#1 of 7
ROCKVILLE CENTRE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About William S Covert School
William S Covert School is a public elementary school in South Hempstead, NY, part of ROCKVILLE CENTRE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. William S Covert School serves approximately 283 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. William S Covert School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10 and ranks #113 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for William S Covert School show 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 9.0 · Excellent
- District avg 8.3
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 9.4:1 students to teachers, William S Covert School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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William S Covert School — Students at William S Covert School score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
23%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 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: 9.2/10.
How William S Covert School Compares
See how William S Covert School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
379 WILLOW ST, South Hempstead, NY 11550
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering William S Covert School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HEWITT SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Rockville Centre), with a comparable rating. Another option is WILSON SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Rockville Centre), with a comparable rating. Additionally, BROOKSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Baldwin), a more accessible option. For more schools in South Hempstead, see our South Hempstead schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LENOX ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Baldwin | 0.4 mi | 7.2 |
| GRAND AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Baldwin | 0.5 mi | 7.5 |
| WILSON SCHOOL Rockville Centre | 0.8 mi | 8.2 |
| JOSEPH MCNEIL SCHOOL Hempstead | 0.9 mi | 3.5 |
| SOUTH SIDE HIGH SCHOOL Rockville Centre | 1.0 mi | 8.7 |
| HEWITT SCHOOL Rockville Centre | 0.9 mi | 8.4 |
| LAWRENCE ROAD MIDDLE SCHOOL Hempstead | 0.9 mi | 4.6 |
| EVERGREEN CHARTER SCHOOL Hempstead | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| HEMPSTEAD HIGH SCHOOL Hempstead | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| PLAZA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Baldwin | 1.4 mi | 7.6 |
| ALVERTA B GRAY SCHULTZ MIDDLE SCHOOL Hempstead | 1.5 mi | 4.3 |
| PROSPECT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hempstead | 1.5 mi | 2.8 |
| CRESCENT SCHOOL Hempstead | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
| BROOKSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Baldwin | 1.4 mi | 7.7 |
| BALDWIN SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Baldwin | 1.4 mi | 9.1 |
| BARACK OBAMA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hempstead | 1.6 mi | 4.6 |
| DAVID PATERSON SCHOOL Hempstead | 1.7 mi | 3.5 |
| SACRED HEART ACADEMY Hempstead | 1.8 mi | 5.7 |
| NORTHERN PARKWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Uniondale | 1.6 mi | 4.4 |
| ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Hempstead | 1.9 mi | 7.2 |
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
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| PS 39 HENRY BRISTOW Brooklyn, NY | 9.0 |
| ACADEMY OF TALENTED SCHOLARS (THE) Brooklyn, NY | 8.9 |
| EDGEWOOD SCHOOL Scarsdale, NY | 9.1 |
| EVANS PARK SCHOOL Pearl River, NY | 8.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about William S Covert School
What grades does William S Covert School serve?
William S Covert School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend William S Covert School?
William S Covert School has an enrollment of approximately 283 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at William S Covert School?
The student-teacher ratio at William S Covert School is 9.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does William S Covert School rank in NY?
William S Covert School ranks #113 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is William S Covert School's MySchoolScout rating?
William S Covert School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 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 S Covert School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, William S Covert School has 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is William S Covert School a charter school?
No, William S Covert School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is William S Covert School a Title I school?
No, William S Covert School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for William S Covert School?
23.0% of students at William S Covert 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 283
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 23.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Nassau County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.4%
- Phone
- (516) 255-8916
Resources & Links
District
ROCKVILLE CENTRE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 3,326
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $36,755
- District Rank
- #1 of 7
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