Very Good
#1429 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 30% in state
Camp Avenue School
Elementary School · NORTH MERRICK UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
1712 MERRICK AVE, Merrick, NY 11566
Enrollment
488
Student-Teacher
18.1:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
488
Student-Teacher
18.1:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,429 of 4,742
In Merrick
#6 of 7
public schools
In district
#2 of 3
NORTH MERRICK UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic performance
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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Camp Avenue School
Elementary School in Merrick · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Camp Avenue School
Camp Avenue School is a public elementary school in Merrick, NY, part of NORTH MERRICK UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Camp Avenue School serves approximately 488 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 18.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Camp Avenue School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,429 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Camp Avenue School show 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 7.4
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Camp Avenue School — Students at Camp Avenue School score 69% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 66%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
9.8%
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: 7.2/10.
How Camp Avenue School Compares
See how Camp 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
1712 MERRICK AVE, Merrick, NY 11566
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Camp Avenue School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PROGRESSIVE SCHOOL OF LONG ISLAND (rated 8.2/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is HAROLD D FAYETTE SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby North Merrick), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, BIRCH SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Merrick, see our Merrick schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MERRICK AVENUE MIDDLE SCHOOL Merrick | 0.5 mi | 8.3 |
| PROGRESSIVE SCHOOL OF LONG ISLAND Merrick | 0.5 mi | 8.2 |
| SANFORD H CALHOUN HIGH SCHOOL Merrick | 0.4 mi | 9.2 |
| PARK AVENUE SCHOOL North Merrick | 0.5 mi | 7.3 |
| OLD MILL ROAD SCHOOL Merrick | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| CHATTERTON SCHOOL Merrick | 0.8 mi | 8.0 |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Merrick | 0.8 mi | 8.5 |
| WELLINGTON C MEPHAM HIGH SCHOOL Bellmore | 0.8 mi | 9.1 |
| THE CHILDREN'S LEARNING CENTER Roosevelt | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| GRAND AVENUE MIDDLE SCHOOL Bellmore | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
| HAROLD D FAYETTE SCHOOL North Merrick | 1.3 mi | 8.2 |
| NEWBRIDGE ROAD SCHOOL North Bellmore | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| BIRCH SCHOOL Merrick | 1.4 mi | 8.2 |
| ROOSEVELT MIDDLE SCHOOL Roosevelt | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| ULYSSES BYAS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Roosevelt | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| JOHN G DINKELMEYER SCHOOL North Bellmore | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| COLUMBUS AVENUE SCHOOL Freeport | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| ROOSEVELT HIGH SCHOOL Roosevelt | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| NORMAN J LEVY LAKESIDE SCHOOL Merrick | 1.8 mi | 8.1 |
| ROOSEVELT CHILDREN'S ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Roosevelt | 1.4 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11566 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$169,868
Median Home Value
$679,000
Median Rent
$2,803/mo
Population
35,172
College Educated
57.7%
Homeownership
95.5%
Avg Commute
37.6 min
Poverty Rate
2.8%
Median Age
41.9
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| CANISTEO-GREENWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Canisteo, NY | 7.3 |
| CAROLINE STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Saratoga Springs, NY | 7.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Camp Avenue School
What grades does Camp Avenue School serve?
Camp Avenue School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Camp Avenue School?
Camp Avenue School has an enrollment of approximately 488 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Camp Avenue School?
The student-teacher ratio at Camp Avenue School is 18.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Camp Avenue School rank in NY?
Camp Avenue School ranks #1,429 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Camp Avenue School's MySchoolScout rating?
Camp Avenue School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Camp Avenue School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Camp Avenue School has 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Camp Avenue School a charter school?
No, Camp Avenue School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Camp Avenue School a Title I school?
No, Camp Avenue School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Camp Avenue School?
9.8% of students at Camp 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
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 488
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 9.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Nassau County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.2%
- Phone
- (516) 379-3732
Resources & Links
District
NORTH MERRICK UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,208
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $30,031
- District Rank
- #2 of 3
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