Serving 833 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Munsey Park 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 78% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 833 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Munsey Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Munsey Park Elementary School's student population of 833 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
833 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Munsey Park Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Munsey Park Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#455 out of 4377 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
30%
10%
Hispanic
8%
30%
Black
2%
16%
White
56%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Munsey Park Elementary School's ranking?
Munsey Park Elementary School is ranked #455 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Munsey Park Elementary School often compared to?
Munsey Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shelter Rock Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Munsey Park Elementary School?
833 students attend Munsey Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Munsey Park Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Munsey Park Elementary School?
Munsey Park Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Munsey Park Elementary School offer ?
Munsey Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Munsey Park Elementary School part of?
Munsey Park Elementary School is part of Manhasset Union Free School District.
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