Serving 332 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Westhampton Beach Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 60-64% (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 7:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% 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: 332 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westhampton Beach Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Westhampton Beach Elementary School's student population of 332 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
332 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Year Founded
1905
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
78
School Motto
Prepare Students for Our Global Society
School Mascot
Hurricanes
School Rankings
Westhampton Beach 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 Westhampton Beach Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#1507 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
47%
30%
Black
1%
16%
White
47%
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
30%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hurricanes
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westhampton Beach Elementary School's ranking?
Westhampton Beach Elementary School is ranked #1507 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Westhampton Beach Elementary School often compared to?
Westhampton Beach Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Remsenburg-speonk Elementary School, Eastport Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% 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 Westhampton Beach Elementary School?
332 students attend Westhampton Beach Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Westhampton Beach Elementary School students are Hispanic, 47% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westhampton Beach Elementary School?
Westhampton Beach Elementary School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Westhampton Beach Elementary School offer ?
Westhampton Beach Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Westhampton Beach Elementary School part of?
Westhampton Beach Elementary School is part of Westhampton Beach Union Free School District.
School Reviews
5 12/8/2008
Wonderful teachers, beautiful facilities, highly involved parents. Unfortunately, the school's current leadership does not match the caliber of the teachers and the fantastic reputation the school has enjoyed for many years.
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