Serving 303 students in grades Kindergarten-6, William L Buck 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 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 303 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
William L Buck School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
William L Buck School's student population of 303 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
303 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
The Mission of the Valley Stream School District 24 is to ensure the equitable education of each student without regard to race, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, first language, religion, national origin, age, disability
School Rankings
William L Buck School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of William L Buck School is 0.73, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#887 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
23%
10%
Hispanic
40%
31%
Black
23%
15%
White
11%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Valley Stream 24 Union Free School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is William L Buck School's ranking?
William L Buck School is ranked #887 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are William L Buck School often compared to?
William L Buck Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brooklyn 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 52% NY state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend William L Buck School?
303 students attend William L Buck School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of William L Buck School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Asian, 23% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of William L Buck School?
William L Buck School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does William L Buck School offer ?
William L Buck School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is William L Buck School part of?
William L Buck School is part of Valley Stream 24 Union Free School District.
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