Camp Avenue School

Camp Avenue School serves 488 students from pre-kindergarten through sixth grade in Merrick, offering a strong elementary education with impressive academic results. With 27 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains an 18.1:1 student-teacher ratio that allows for meaningful classroom attention. The school's academic performance stands out significantly, earning a 7.9 out of 10 rating and ranking in the 88th percentile statewide at #560 out of 4,758 New York elementary schools.

Students demonstrate excellent mastery across core subjects, with 84% achieving proficiency or above in English Language Arts and Reading, and 82% meeting or exceeding standards in Mathematics. These strong outcomes reflect both the school's educational approach and the supportive community environment. The surrounding neighborhood in ZIP code 11566 features families with a median household income of $172,868 and a notably high education level, with 58% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher.

The area maintains a very low poverty rate of just 2.5%, contributing to a stable learning environment. Camp Avenue School operates as a regular public school within Merrick's large suburban setting, where tree-lined streets and well-established neighborhoods create an ideal backdrop for childhood education and community engagement.