Serving 292 students in grades 5-6, Shore Road School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 292 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shore Road School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Shore Road School's student population of 292 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
292 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Mascot
Bellmore Stars
School Rankings
Shore Road 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 Shore Road School is 0.46, 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
#965 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
13%
10%
Hispanic
11%
30%
Black
2%
16%
White
72%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bellmore Stars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shore Road School's ranking?
Shore Road School is ranked #965 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?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Shore Road School?
292 students attend Shore Road School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Shore Road School students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Shore Road School?
Shore Road School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Shore Road School offer ?
Shore Road School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Shore Road School part of?
Shore Road School is part of Bellmore Union Free School District.
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