Nassau Boces serves 1,743 students in grades Kindergarten-12.
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,743 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nassau Boces ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Nassau Boces's student population of 1,743 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 251 teachers has grown by 274% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,743 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
251 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Nassau Boces is 0.73, which is more 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
7:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
9%
10%
Hispanic
37%
30%
Black
27%
16%
White
24%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Nassau Boces often compared to?
Nassau Bocesis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 169 Robert F Kennedy, P.s. 138 by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Nassau Boces?
1,743 students attend Nassau Boces.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Nassau Boces students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 24% of students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nassau Boces?
Nassau Boces has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Nassau Boces offer ?
Nassau Boces offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Nassau Boces part of?
Nassau Boces is part of Nassau BOCES School District.
School Reviews
Review Nassau Boces. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
Segregation in K-12 Education: Colonial Era
Explore the origins of educational segregation during the colonial era and the differential treatment of Native American, African American, and white students. This article delves into the historical context, policies, and societal attitudes that shaped early education in colonial America, highlighting the disparities and injustices that persisted within the schooling systems of that time.
2011 Classroom Size Update: Are Classes Still Growing Larger?
Since the recession, public school classrooms have seen major budget cuts - and many increases in class sizes. How is the situation in 2011? Read this article to find out.
Will Single Sex Classrooms Save Schools?
Learn about the benefits of single sex classrooms and why public schools are hoping this type of classroom will save the American school system.
