Serving 538 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sunquam Elementary 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 77% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 538 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sunquam Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Sunquam Elementary School's student population of 538 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
538 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Year Founded
1954
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 25, 2026
School Rankings
Sunquam Elementary 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 Sunquam Elementary School is 0.65, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#887 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Asian
16%
10%
Hispanic
15%
31%
Black
7%
15%
White
55%
39%
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.3%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sunquam Elementary School's ranking?
Sunquam Elementary School is ranked #887 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Sunquam Elementary School?
538 students attend Sunquam Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Sunquam Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sunquam Elementary School?
Sunquam Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Sunquam Elementary School offer ?
Sunquam Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sunquam Elementary School part of?
Sunquam Elementary School is part of Half Hollow Hills Central School District.
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