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#3068 of 4,742 schools in NY
Centennial Avenue Elementary School
Elementary School · ROOSEVELT UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
140 W CENTENNIAL AVE, Roosevelt, NY 11575
Enrollment
478
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
478
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,068 of 4,742
In Roosevelt
#4 of 6
public schools
In district
#4 of 5
ROOSEVELT UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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Centennial Avenue Elementary School
Elementary School in Roosevelt · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Centennial Avenue Elementary School
Centennial Avenue Elementary School is a public elementary school in Roosevelt, NY, part of ROOSEVELT UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Centennial Avenue Elementary School serves approximately 478 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Centennial Avenue Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #3,068 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Centennial Avenue Elementary School show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 5.2
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at Centennial Avenue Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Centennial Avenue Elementary School — Students at Centennial Avenue Elementary School score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
61.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 35 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: 5.8/10.
How Centennial Avenue Elementary School Compares
See how Centennial Avenue Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
140 W CENTENNIAL AVE, Roosevelt, NY 11575
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Centennial Avenue Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BAYVIEW AVENUE SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Freeport), which scores notably higher. Another option is BROOKSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Baldwin), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GRAND AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby North Baldwin), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Roosevelt, see our Roosevelt schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WASHINGTON ROSE SCHOOL Roosevelt | 0.4 mi | 3.9 |
| ROOSEVELT CHILDREN'S ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Roosevelt | 0.5 mi | 4.9 |
| CAROLINE G ATKINSON SCHOOL Freeport | 0.8 mi | 5.6 |
| BROOKSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Baldwin | 0.8 mi | 7.7 |
| ULYSSES BYAS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Roosevelt | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| BALDWIN SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Baldwin | 0.9 mi | 9.1 |
| ROOSEVELT HIGH SCHOOL Roosevelt | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| SMITH STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Uniondale | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| ROOSEVELT MIDDLE SCHOOL Roosevelt | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| THE CHILDREN'S LEARNING CENTER Roosevelt | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| NORTHERN PARKWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Uniondale | 1.3 mi | 4.4 |
| COLUMBUS AVENUE SCHOOL Freeport | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| LAWRENCE ROAD MIDDLE SCHOOL Hempstead | 1.3 mi | 4.6 |
| GRAND AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Baldwin | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| TURTLE HOOK MIDDLE SCHOOL Uniondale | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
| FREEPORT HIGH SCHOOL Freeport | 1.6 mi | 7.9 |
| JOHN W DODD MIDDLE SCHOOL Freeport | 1.6 mi | 4.9 |
| WOODWARD CHILDRENS CENTER Freeport | 1.7 mi | 8.8 |
| LENOX ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Baldwin | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| BAYVIEW AVENUE SCHOOL Freeport | 1.8 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11575 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$133,534
Median Home Value
$457,100
Median Rent
$2,579/mo
Population
19,430
College Educated
27.6%
Homeownership
76.2%
Avg Commute
34.6 min
Poverty Rate
4%
Median Age
34
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALICE E GRADY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elmsford, NY | 5.6 |
| BEMUS POINT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bemus Point, NY | 5.6 |
| BEREA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Montgomery, NY | 5.6 |
| BNEI YAKOV YOSEF OF MONSEY Spring Valley, NY | 5.6 |
| C R WEEKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Windsor, NY | 5.6 |
| CRAIG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Schenectady, NY | 5.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Centennial Avenue Elementary School
What grades does Centennial Avenue Elementary School serve?
Centennial Avenue Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Centennial Avenue Elementary School?
Centennial Avenue Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 478 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Centennial Avenue Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Centennial Avenue Elementary School is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Centennial Avenue Elementary School rank in NY?
Centennial Avenue Elementary School ranks #3,068 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Centennial Avenue Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Centennial Avenue Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Centennial Avenue Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Centennial Avenue Elementary School has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Centennial Avenue Elementary School a charter school?
No, Centennial Avenue Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Centennial Avenue Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Centennial Avenue Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Centennial Avenue Elementary School?
61.9% of students at Centennial Avenue Elementary 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
- 478
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 61.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Nassau County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.3%
- Phone
- (516) 345-7400
Resources & Links
District
ROOSEVELT UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 3,137
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $34,102
- District Rank
- #4 of 5
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