Mary G Clarkson School serves 469 students in grades Kindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 469 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mary G Clarkson School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
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Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Mary G Clarkson School's student population of 469 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
469 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Maroon and Gold
School Motto
Dream. Lead. Achieve.
School Rankings
The diversity score of Mary G Clarkson School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Asian
8%
10%
Hispanic
56%
31%
Black
13%
15%
White
20%
39%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.9%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Mary G Clarkson School often compared to?
Mary G Clarkson Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fifth Avenue School, Brook Avenue Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Mary G Clarkson School?
469 students attend Mary G Clarkson School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Mary G Clarkson School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mary G Clarkson School?
Mary G Clarkson School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Mary G Clarkson School offer ?
Mary G Clarkson School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mary G Clarkson School part of?
Mary G Clarkson School is part of Bay Shore Union Free School District.
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