William L Buck School

75 HORTON AVE VALLEY STREAM, NY 11581

Top 10% School in New York

Ranked 3 of 87 in New York

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About William L Buck School

William L Buck School is a public school located in Valley Stream, NY, which is in a large suburb setting. The student population of William L Buck School is 310 and the school serves K-6. At William L Buck School, 77% of students scored at or above the proficient level for math, and 57% scored at or above that level for reading.The student–teacher ratio is approximately 14:1, allowing for more individualized attention and support for students.

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The nearby Valley Stream Central High School has produced several well-known alumni, including actor Steve Buscemi, comedian Jim Breuer, and musician Fred Armisen. Families living in the William L. Buck School zone can also choose other nearby elementary schools. For example, Brooklyn Avenue School has a math proficiency rate of 52%, and Wheeler Avenue School reports a rate of around 58%, making William L. Buck one of the higher-performing schools in math within the district. Explore now - Best Elementry school in New York

Contact Information

Address

75 HORTON AVE VALLEY STREAM, NY 11581

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Phone

(516) 434-2841

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 77%
Reading 57%
State average proficiency is 77% in Math and 57% in Reading.
22
Full-time Teachers
14 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
336
Total Students
$128542
Avg. Teacher Salary

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TOP 3 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at William L Buck School

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
🚀
Hands-on with real robots
🏆
Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

School Ratings

Ranked

3

of 87 in New York

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 7:50 AM - 2:43 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:35 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 14.5%
Asian 18%
Hispanic 42.8%
Black 20.9%
Two+ Races 3.9%
Native Am. 0%
White
14.5%
Asian
18%
Hispanic
42.8%
Black
20.9%
Two+ Races
3.9%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 336
47.9%
161 Female
52.1%
175 Male

Student Population

336 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 14 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Remarkable Alumni

Being Updated

Latest News

The "No Place for Hate" award was recently given to William L. Buck School in Valley Stream, New York, for being welcoming to all. Students learn in fun ways, like using Skittles to teach fractions, and they also work on their health through programs like the Affirmation Station. Michael DeBlasio, the new principal, stresses academic success, early literacy, and strong support systems, all of which help make the school a good place to be.

FAQ

Q1. What extracurricular activities are available?

Ans. Students can join clubs, arts, music, and sports programs.

Q2. What is the average class size?

Ans. Most classes have around 18–22 students.

Q3. What is the mission or focus of the school?

Ans. The school prioritises personal development, community values, and academic excellence.

Q4. Is there a robust technology program at the school?

Ans. It is true that students frequently use Chromebooks and other digital learning resources.

Q5. What role can parents play?

Ans. Parents can attend school functions and meetings by joining the PTA.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

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Maggie Lou, Firefox

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

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The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

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James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

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The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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