Very Good
#812 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 17% in state
Centre Avenue Elementary School
Elementary School · EAST ROCKAWAY UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
55 CENTRE AVE, East Rockaway, NY 11518
Enrollment
241
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
241
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#812 of 4,742
In East Rockaway
#1 of 4
public schools
In district
#1 of 3
EAST ROCKAWAY UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Centre Avenue Elementary School
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About Centre Avenue Elementary School
Centre Avenue Elementary School is a public elementary school in East Rockaway, NY, part of EAST ROCKAWAY UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Centre Avenue Elementary School serves approximately 241 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. Centre Avenue Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #812 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Centre Avenue Elementary School show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
What's said publicly about Centre Avenue Elementary School
Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.
Sources (1)
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- District avg 6.2
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Centre Avenue Elementary School — Students at Centre Avenue Elementary School score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
27%
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: 7.4/10.
How Centre Avenue Elementary School Compares
See how Centre Avenue Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
55 CENTRE AVE, East Rockaway, NY 11518
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Centre Avenue Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WATSON SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Rockville Centre), which scores slightly higher. Another option is WEST END SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Lynbrook), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, MARION STREET SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Lynbrook), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in East Rockaway, see our East Rockaway schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| EAST ROCKAWAY JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL East Rockaway | 0.4 mi | 7.3 |
| KINDERGARTEN CENTER Lynbrook | 0.5 mi | 7.1 |
| MARION STREET SCHOOL Lynbrook | 0.6 mi | 8.3 |
| LYNBROOK SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Lynbrook | 0.6 mi | 9.0 |
| RIVERSIDE SCHOOL Rockville Centre | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| RHAME AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Rockaway | 0.7 mi | 4.4 |
| CHEDER CHABAD GIRLS OF LONG ISLAND Lynbrook | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| WAVERLY PARK SCHOOL East Rockaway | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| DAVISON AVENUE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Lynbrook | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| SCHOOL 2 Oceanside | 1.0 mi | 7.6 |
| LYNBROOK SOUTH MIDDLE SCHOOL Lynbrook | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| ROSA LEE YOUNG CHILDHOOD CENTER Rockville Centre | 1.2 mi | — |
| LYNBROOK NORTH MIDDLE SCHOOL Lynbrook | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| HOWARD T HERBER MIDDLE SCHOOL Malverne | 1.4 mi | 5.2 |
| MALVERNE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Malverne | 1.5 mi | 8.4 |
| WEST END SCHOOL Lynbrook | 1.3 mi | 8.5 |
| WATSON SCHOOL Rockville Centre | 1.4 mi | 8.9 |
| SOUTH SIDE MIDDLE SCHOOL Rockville Centre | 1.4 mi | 8.3 |
| SCHOOL 8 Oceanside | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL Malverne | 1.7 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11518 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$104,955
Median Home Value
$590,800
Median Rent
$2,306/mo
Population
10,390
College Educated
44.3%
Homeownership
76.2%
Avg Commute
35 min
Poverty Rate
2.5%
Median Age
42
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BELL TOP SCHOOL Troy, NY | 7.9 |
| BROOKLYN BROWNSTONE SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 7.9 |
| COLONIAL SCHOOL Pelham, NY | 7.9 |
| FORT ANN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Ann, NY | 7.9 |
| HEBREW LANGUAGE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL 2 Brooklyn, NY | 7.9 |
| IMAGINE ME LEADERSHIP CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Centre Avenue Elementary School
What grades does Centre Avenue Elementary School serve?
Centre Avenue Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Centre Avenue Elementary School?
Centre Avenue Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 241 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Centre Avenue Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Centre Avenue Elementary School is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Centre Avenue Elementary School rank in NY?
Centre Avenue Elementary School ranks #812 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Centre Avenue Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Centre Avenue Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Centre Avenue Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Centre Avenue Elementary School has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Centre Avenue Elementary School a charter school?
No, Centre Avenue Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Centre Avenue Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Centre Avenue Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Centre Avenue Elementary School?
27.0% of students at Centre 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
- 241
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 27.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Nassau County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.0%
- Phone
- (516) 887-8300
Resources & Links
District
EAST ROCKAWAY UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,128
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $34,321
- District Rank
- #1 of 3
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