Serving 452 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Old Mill Road School ranks in the top 30% 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 46%). 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 15:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 452 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Old Mill Road School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Old Mill Road School's student population of 452 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
452 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Old Mill Road 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 Old Mill Road School is 0.50, 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
#1118 out of 4377 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
10%
Hispanic
19%
30%
Black
3%
16%
White
68%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Old Mill Road School's ranking?
Old Mill Road School is ranked #1118 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Old Mill Road School often compared to?
Old Mill Road Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Camp Avenue 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 46% NY state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Old Mill Road School?
452 students attend Old Mill Road School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Old Mill Road School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Old Mill Road School?
Old Mill Road School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Old Mill Road School offer ?
Old Mill Road School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Old Mill Road School part of?
Old Mill Road School is part of North Merrick Union Free School District.
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