Serving 658 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Shelter Rock Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 87% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 658 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 87% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shelter Rock Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Shelter Rock Elementary School's student population of 658 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
658 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Shelter Rock Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shelter Rock Elementary School is 0.65, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#225 out of 4346 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
37%
10%
Hispanic
11%
30%
Black
3%
16%
White
45%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shelter Rock Elementary School's ranking?
Shelter Rock Elementary School is ranked #225 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Shelter Rock Elementary School often compared to?
Shelter Rock Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Munsey Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
87% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Shelter Rock Elementary School?
658 students attend Shelter Rock Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Shelter Rock Elementary School students are White, 37% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shelter Rock Elementary School?
Shelter Rock Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Shelter Rock Elementary School offer ?
Shelter Rock Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Shelter Rock Elementary School part of?
Shelter Rock Elementary School is part of Manhasset Union Free School District.
School Reviews
5 12/15/2008
This is the best school ever. All of the teachers actually make learning fun. I went to SRS from kindergarden to 6th grade. Everything was great from music to art to gym to awards to the teachers, you couldn't ask for a better school or a better way to grow up with an education. Shelter Rock ROCKS!!
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