Serving 355 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Bardonia Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 355 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bardonia Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Bardonia Elementary School's student population of 355 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
355 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Building a Better World... One Child At A Time
School Rankings
Bardonia Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bardonia Elementary School is 0.71, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1313 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
17%
10%
Hispanic
35%
30%
Black
8%
16%
White
37%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bardonia Elementary School's ranking?
Bardonia Elementary School is ranked #1313 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Bardonia Elementary School?
355 students attend Bardonia Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Bardonia Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bardonia Elementary School?
Bardonia Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bardonia Elementary School offer ?
Bardonia Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bardonia Elementary School part of?
Bardonia Elementary School is part of Clarkstown Central School District.
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