Serving 982 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Meadow Hill School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 982 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Meadow Hill School's student population of 982 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 88 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
982 students
Total Classroom Teachers
88 teachers
Year Founded
2010
Colors
Blue and Gold
Campus Size
5 acres
School Motto
Creating voice, choice, and opportunity for impacting the future of all Goldbacks.
School Rankings
Meadow Hill School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Meadow Hill School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2446 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
66%
31%
Black
14%
15%
White
13%
39%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meadow Hill School's ranking?
Meadow Hill School is ranked #2446 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Meadow Hill School often compared to?
Meadow Hill Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Temple Hill School, Taft Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Meadow Hill School?
982 students attend Meadow Hill School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Meadow Hill School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 13% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Meadow Hill School?
Meadow Hill School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Meadow Hill School offer ?
Meadow Hill School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Meadow Hill School part of?
Meadow Hill School is part of Newburgh City School District.
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