Serving 201 students in grades 1-5, Waverly Park 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 70-74% (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 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 201 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (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
Waverly Park School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Waverly Park School's student population of 201 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 46% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
201 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Waverly Park 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 Waverly Park School is 0.49, 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
#744 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
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
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
10%
Hispanic
14%
30%
Black
5%
16%
White
70%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Waverly Park School's ranking?
Waverly Park School is ranked #744 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Waverly Park School often compared to?
Waverly Park Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marion Street School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% 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 Waverly Park School?
201 students attend Waverly Park School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Waverly Park School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Waverly Park School?
Waverly Park School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Waverly Park School offer ?
Waverly Park School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Waverly Park School part of?
Waverly Park School is part of Lynbrook Union Free School District.
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