Serving 385 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Northside Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (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 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% 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: 385 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northside Elementary School's student population of 385 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
385 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
1913
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Mascot
Dalers
School Rankings
Northside 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 Northside Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#1601 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
10%
Hispanic
22%
30%
Black
4%
16%
White
63%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Dalers
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northside Elementary School's ranking?
Northside Elementary School is ranked #1601 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Northside Elementary School often compared to?
Northside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Saltzman East Memorial Elementary School, Woodward Parkway Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% 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 Northside Elementary School?
385 students attend Northside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Northside Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northside Elementary School?
Northside Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Northside Elementary School offer ?
Northside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Northside Elementary School part of?
Northside Elementary School is part of Farmingdale Union Free School District.
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