Serving 411 students in grades 2-5, Hewlett Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 75-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (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 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 411 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hewlett Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Hewlett Elementary School's student population of 411 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
411 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Rankings
Hewlett Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hewlett Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#590 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
12%
10%
Hispanic
20%
30%
Black
9%
16%
White
55%
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
28%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Hewlett Elementary School's ranking?
Hewlett Elementary School is ranked #590 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Hewlett Elementary School often compared to?
Hewlett Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ogden Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Hewlett Elementary School?
411 students attend Hewlett Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Hewlett Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hewlett Elementary School?
Hewlett Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hewlett Elementary School offer ?
Hewlett Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hewlett Elementary School part of?
Hewlett Elementary School is part of Hewlett-Woodmere Union Free School District.
School Reviews
5 8/12/2019
I LOVE THIS SCHOOL!!!! No one is mean to anyone and all the teachers are nice and it is just such an awesome school. The teachers incorporate computers and technology a lot in our lessons and Hewlett Elementary School is the best school I have been to so far.
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