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#1827 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 39% in state
Brooklyn Avenue School
Elementary School · VALLEY STREAM 24 UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
24 BROOKLYN AVE, Valley Stream, NY 11581
Enrollment
358
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
358
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,827 of 4,742
In Valley Stream
#10 of 14
public schools
In district
#3 of 3
VALLEY STREAM 24 UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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Brooklyn Avenue School
Elementary School in Valley Stream · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Brooklyn Avenue School
Brooklyn Avenue School is a public elementary school in Valley Stream, NY, part of VALLEY STREAM 24 UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Brooklyn Avenue School serves approximately 358 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Brooklyn Avenue School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,827 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Brooklyn Avenue School show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.9 · Average
- District avg 7.5
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Brooklyn Avenue School — Students at Brooklyn Avenue School score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
51.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 36 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.9/10.
How Brooklyn Avenue School Compares
See how Brooklyn Avenue School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
24 BROOKLYN AVE, Valley Stream, NY 11581
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Brooklyn Avenue School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WEST END SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Lynbrook), which scores notably higher. Another option is WILLIAM L BUCK SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ROBERT W CARBONARO SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Valley Stream, see our Valley Stream schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11581 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$138,821
Median Home Value
$652,700
Median Rent
$2,198/mo
Population
22,652
College Educated
47.6%
Homeownership
82.8%
Avg Commute
40.9 min
Poverty Rate
6.1%
Median Age
39.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Brooklyn Avenue School
What grades does Brooklyn Avenue School serve?
Brooklyn Avenue School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Brooklyn Avenue School?
Brooklyn Avenue School has an enrollment of approximately 358 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Brooklyn Avenue School?
The student-teacher ratio at Brooklyn Avenue School is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Brooklyn Avenue School rank in NY?
Brooklyn Avenue School ranks #1,827 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Brooklyn Avenue School's MySchoolScout rating?
Brooklyn Avenue School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Brooklyn Avenue School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Brooklyn Avenue School has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Brooklyn Avenue School a charter school?
No, Brooklyn Avenue School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Brooklyn Avenue School a Title I school?
No, Brooklyn Avenue School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Brooklyn Avenue School?
51.7% of students at Brooklyn Avenue School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 358
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 51.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Nassau County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 26.3%
- Phone
- (516) 434-2851
Resources & Links
District
VALLEY STREAM 24 UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,096
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $32,638
- District Rank
- #3 of 3
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