Serving 260 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dutch Lane 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 55-59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 260 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dutch Lane School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Dutch Lane School's student population of 260 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
260 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Mascot
Comets
School Rankings
Dutch Lane 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 Dutch Lane School is 0.69, 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
#1892 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
37%
10%
Hispanic
36%
30%
Black
2%
16%
White
22%
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
36%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Comets
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dutch Lane School's ranking?
Dutch Lane School is ranked #1892 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Dutch Lane School often compared to?
Dutch Lane Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Old Country Road School, Fork Lane School, Burns Avenue School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Dutch Lane School?
260 students attend Dutch Lane School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Dutch Lane School students are Asian, 36% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dutch Lane School?
Dutch Lane School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Dutch Lane School offer ?
Dutch Lane School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dutch Lane School part of?
Dutch Lane School is part of Hicksville Union Free School District.
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