Perkins Elementary School serves 266 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 266 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
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School Overview
Perkins Elementary School's student population of 266 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
266 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Perkins Elementary School is 0.57, 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
9:1
11:1
Hispanic
21%
31%
Black
5%
15%
White
61%
39%
Two or more races
13%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.2%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Perkins Elementary School often compared to?
Perkins Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Perkins Elementary School?
266 students attend Perkins Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Perkins Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Perkins Elementary School?
Perkins Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Perkins Elementary School offer ?
Perkins Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Perkins Elementary School part of?
Perkins Elementary School is part of Newark Central School District.
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