Serving 355 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Laurel Plains Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (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 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower 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: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Laurel Plains Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Laurel Plains Elementary School's student population of 355 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 30% 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
Be the Best You Can Be!
School Rankings
Laurel Plains Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Laurel Plains Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#541 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
13%
10%
Hispanic
30%
30%
Black
6%
16%
White
46%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Laurel Plains Elementary School's ranking?
Laurel Plains Elementary School is ranked #541 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Laurel Plains Elementary School often compared to?
Laurel Plains Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Little Tor Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Laurel Plains Elementary School?
355 students attend Laurel Plains Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Laurel Plains Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Laurel Plains Elementary School?
Laurel Plains Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Laurel Plains Elementary School offer ?
Laurel Plains Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Laurel Plains Elementary School part of?
Laurel Plains Elementary School is part of Clarkstown Central School District.
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