Serving 352 students in grades 4-6, Richard J Bailey School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than 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 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 352 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Richard J Bailey School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Richard J Bailey School's student population of 352 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
352 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 26, 2026
School Mascot
Falcon
School Rankings
Richard J Bailey 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 Richard J Bailey School is 0.65, 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
#2039 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
50%
30%
Black
30%
16%
White
12%
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
43%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Falcon
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richard J Bailey School's ranking?
Richard J Bailey School is ranked #2039 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?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Richard J Bailey School?
352 students attend Richard J Bailey School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Richard J Bailey School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, 12% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Richard J Bailey School?
Richard J Bailey School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Richard J Bailey School offer ?
Richard J Bailey School offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Richard J Bailey School part of?
Richard J Bailey School is part of Greenburgh Central School District.
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