Serving 495 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Charles E Schwarting School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 495 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Charles E Schwarting School's student population of 495 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
495 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
Charles E Schwarting School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Charles E Schwarting School is 0.33, 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
#1637 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
14%
30%
Black
1%
16%
White
81%
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
6%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
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 is Charles E Schwarting School's ranking?
Charles E Schwarting School is ranked #1637 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Charles E Schwarting School often compared to?
Charles E Schwarting Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Broadway School, Eastplain School, Forest Lake School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Charles E Schwarting School?
495 students attend Charles E Schwarting School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Charles E Schwarting School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Charles E Schwarting School?
Charles E Schwarting School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Charles E Schwarting School offer ?
Charles E Schwarting School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Charles E Schwarting School part of?
Charles E Schwarting School is part of Plainedge Union Free School District.
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