Serving 426 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Plaza Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (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 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 426 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Plaza Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Plaza Elementary School's student population of 426 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
426 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Sat. Aug 30, 2025
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 27, 2026
School Rankings
Plaza Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Plaza Elementary 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
#1003 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
10%
Hispanic
37%
30%
Black
40%
16%
White
12%
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
38%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Plaza Elementary School's ranking?
Plaza Elementary School is ranked #1003 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% 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 Plaza Elementary School?
426 students attend Plaza Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Plaza Elementary School students are Black, 37% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Plaza Elementary School?
Plaza Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Plaza Elementary School offer ?
Plaza Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Plaza Elementary School part of?
Plaza Elementary School is part of Baldwin Union Free School District.
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