Serving 453 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Chatterton 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 70-74% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 453 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chatterton School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Chatterton School's student population of 453 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
453 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Rankings
Chatterton School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chatterton School is 0.42, 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
#884 out of 4377 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
10%
Hispanic
12%
30%
Black
3%
16%
White
75%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
54%
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 is Chatterton School's ranking?
Chatterton School is ranked #884 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Chatterton School often compared to?
Chatterton Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Camp Avenue School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Chatterton School?
453 students attend Chatterton School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Chatterton School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chatterton School?
Chatterton School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Chatterton School offer ?
Chatterton School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Chatterton School part of?
Chatterton School is part of Merrick Union Free School District.
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