Serving 317 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Steele Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). 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 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% 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: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 317 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Steele Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Steele Elementary School's student population of 317 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
317 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Steele Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Steele 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
#1180 out of 4377 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
10%
Hispanic
46%
30%
Black
31%
16%
White
8%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Steele Elementary School's ranking?
Steele Elementary School is ranked #1180 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Steele Elementary School often compared to?
Steele Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Meadow Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Steele Elementary School?
317 students attend Steele Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Steele Elementary School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, 8% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Steele Elementary School?
Steele Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Steele Elementary School offer ?
Steele Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Steele Elementary School part of?
Steele Elementary School is part of Baldwin Union Free School District.
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