Below Average
#3995 of 4,742 schools in NY
Clinton Avenue School
Elementary School · BROOKHAVEN-COMSEWOGUE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
140 CLINTON AVE, Port Jefferson Station, NY 11776
Enrollment
392
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Enrollment
392
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,995 of 4,742
In Port Jefferson Station
#4 of 6
public schools
In district
#4 of 6
BROOKHAVEN-COMSEWOGUE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic performance
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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Clinton Avenue School
Elementary School in Port Jefferson Station · grades Kindergarten – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Clinton Avenue School
Clinton Avenue School is a public elementary school in Port Jefferson Station, NY, part of BROOKHAVEN-COMSEWOGUE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Clinton Avenue School serves approximately 392 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-2nd, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Clinton Avenue School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #3,995 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Clinton Avenue School show 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2011) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2011).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 4.2
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Clinton Avenue 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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Clinton Avenue School — Students at Clinton Avenue School score 69% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
40.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2010-11)
Based on 6 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.3/10.
How Clinton Avenue School Compares
See how Clinton Avenue School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
140 CLINTON AVE, Port Jefferson Station, NY 11776
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Clinton Avenue School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MOUNT SINAI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Mount Sinai), which scores notably higher. Another option is ARROWHEAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby East Setauket), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PORT JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Port Jefferson), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Port Jefferson Station, see our Port Jefferson Station schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| COMSEWOGUE HIGH SCHOOL Port Jefferson Station | 0.4 mi | 8.3 |
| TERRYVILLE ROAD SCHOOL Port Jefferson Station | 0.6 mi | 3.3 |
| JOHN F KENNEDY MIDDLE SCHOOL Port Jefferson Station | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| BOYLE ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port Jefferson Station | 0.9 mi | 4.2 |
| STAGECOACH SCHOOL Selden | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
| HAWKINS PATH SCHOOL Selden | 1.8 mi | 4.0 |
| NORWOOD AVENUE SCHOOL Port Jefferson Station | 1.7 mi | 4.8 |
| ARROWHEAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Setauket | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
| SELDEN MIDDLE SCHOOL Centereach | 2.2 mi | 5.5 |
| BICYCLE PATH KINDERGARTEN-PRE K CENTER Selden | 2.5 mi | 4.1 |
| WARD MELVILLE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL East Setauket | 2.0 mi | 9.2 |
| ROBERT M GRABLE JR MOUNT SINAI HIGH SCHOOL Mount Sinai | 2.5 mi | 8.5 |
| NORTH COLEMAN ROAD SCHOOL Centereach | 2.3 mi | 5.5 |
| MOUNT SINAI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mount Sinai | 2.5 mi | 7.2 |
| NEWFIELD HIGH SCHOOL Selden | 2.5 mi | 7.9 |
| MOUNT SINAI MIDDLE SCHOOL Mount Sinai | 2.5 mi | 6.6 |
| PORT JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port Jefferson | 2.9 mi | 6.6 |
| NEW LANE MEMORIAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Selden | 2.9 mi | 2.4 |
| EARL L VANDERMEULEN HIGH SCHOOL Port Jefferson | 2.9 mi | 9.0 |
| PORT JEFFERSON MIDDLE SCHOOL Port Jefferson | 2.9 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11776 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$119,480
Median Home Value
$462,500
Median Rent
$2,220/mo
Population
23,629
College Educated
36.1%
Homeownership
78.4%
Avg Commute
29.1 min
Poverty Rate
6.4%
Median Age
40.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CENTRAL VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Central Valley, NY | 4.4 |
| CIRCLEVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Circleville, NY | 4.4 |
| DELAWARE PRIMARY SCHOOL Syracuse, NY | 4.4 |
| DEWITT ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Webster, NY | 4.4 |
| DRAKE SCHOOL North Tonawanda, NY | 4.4 |
| ELMWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Monsey, NY | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Clinton Avenue School
What grades does Clinton Avenue School serve?
Clinton Avenue School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 2nd.
How many students attend Clinton Avenue School?
Clinton Avenue School has an enrollment of approximately 392 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Clinton Avenue School?
The student-teacher ratio at Clinton Avenue School is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Clinton Avenue School rank in NY?
Clinton Avenue School ranks #3,995 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Clinton Avenue School's MySchoolScout rating?
Clinton Avenue School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 Clinton Avenue School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Clinton Avenue School has 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2011) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2011).
Is Clinton Avenue School a charter school?
No, Clinton Avenue School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Clinton Avenue School a Title I school?
No, Clinton Avenue School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Clinton Avenue School?
40.3% of students at Clinton 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
- Kindergarten – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 392
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 40.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.4%
- Phone
- (631) 474-8150
Resources & Links
District
BROOKHAVEN-COMSEWOGUE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 3,499
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,669
- District Rank
- #4 of 6
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