PLAZA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
429 Students
Elementary School K - 5th
School Overview
Plaza Elementary School is a prominent institution within the Baldwin Union Free School District, located in Baldwin, New York. Serving students in the primary grade levels, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and rigorous academic environment. The school emphasizes a well-rounded education, balancing core subjects like literacy and mathematics with a strong focus on social-emotional learning and character development. By maintaining a close-knit school community, Plaza Elementary aims to ensure that every student feels valued while receiving the personalized attention necessary to reach their full potential.
As part of the broader Baldwin school community, Plaza Elementary benefits from the district’s commitment to innovation and inclusive excellence. The school integrates technology into its daily curriculum to prepare students for a digital future while encouraging active parent and community involvement to enrich the educational experience. With a focus on preparing young learners for the challenges of middle school and beyond, the faculty at Plaza Elementary works collaboratively to create a safe, engaging, and inspiring atmosphere where students are encouraged to become critical thinkers and responsible citizens.
As part of the broader Baldwin school community, Plaza Elementary benefits from the district’s commitment to innovation and inclusive excellence. The school integrates technology into its daily curriculum to prepare students for a digital future while encouraging active parent and community involvement to enrich the educational experience. With a focus on preparing young learners for the challenges of middle school and beyond, the faculty at Plaza Elementary works collaboratively to create a safe, engaging, and inspiring atmosphere where students are encouraged to become critical thinkers and responsible citizens.
429
Total Students
37.7
Full-Time Teachers
11.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
41.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 46 |
| Hispanic | 172 |
| Black | 170 |
| Asian | 28 |
| Two or More | 13 |
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Hispanic172 (40.1%)
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Black170 (39.6%)
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White46 (10.7%)
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Asian28 (6.5%)
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Two or More13 (3.0%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | BALDWIN UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT |
| Phone: | (516)434-6600 |
| Website: | http://www.baldwinschools.org |
| Grade Range: | K - 5th |
| Total Students: | 429 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 37.7 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 11.4 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 166 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 12 |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
68
Grade 1
73
Grade 2
61
Grade 3
68
Grade 4
73
Grade 5
86
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 68 |
| Grade 1 | 73 |
| Grade 2 | 61 |
| Grade 3 | 68 |
| Grade 4 | 73 |
| Grade 5 | 86 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 198 | 46.2% |
| Male | 231 | 53.8% |
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