Brooklyn Avenue School

Brooklyn Avenue School serves 358 students from kindergarten through sixth grade in Valley Stream, offering a solid elementary education with a favorable 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. The school's 30 full-time equivalent teachers provide personalized attention in this well-sized learning environment. Academically, Brooklyn Avenue School performs well above average, earning a 7.4 out of 10 rating and ranking in the 82nd percentile statewide at #837 out of 4,758 New York elementary schools.

Students demonstrate strong literacy skills, with 64% achieving proficiency or above in English Language Arts and reading. Math performance shows 53% of students meeting or exceeding proficiency standards, indicating solid foundational skills across core subjects. The school draws from an affluent community where families are invested in education.

The surrounding 11581 ZIP code reflects this commitment, with a median household income of $135,060 and nearly half of adults holding bachelor's degrees or higher. The area maintains a low poverty rate of just 6.1%, contributing to a stable learning environment. Brooklyn Avenue School operates as a regular public elementary school in Valley Stream's large suburban setting, where tree-lined streets and well-maintained neighborhoods with a median home value of $623,700 create an environment conducive to academic achievement and community engagement.