Prospect Elementary School serves 490 students in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten.
The student:teacher ratio of 45:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 490 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 45:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Prospect Elementary School's student population of 490 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 64% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
490 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Prospect Elementary School is 0.37, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
45:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
77%
30%
Black
19%
16%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Prospect Elementary School often compared to?
Prospect Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Academy Charter School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Prospect Elementary School?
490 students attend Prospect Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Prospect Elementary School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Prospect Elementary School?
Prospect Elementary School has a student ration of 45:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Prospect Elementary School offer ?
Prospect Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Prospect Elementary School part of?
Prospect Elementary School is part of Hempstead Union Free School District.
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