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#2522 of 4,742 schools in NY
Cordello Avenue Elementary School
Elementary School · CENTRAL ISLIP UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
51 CORDELLO AVE, Central Islip, NY 11722
Enrollment
534
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
534
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,522 of 4,742
In Central Islip
#5 of 7
public schools
In district
#6 of 8
CENTRAL ISLIP UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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Cordello Avenue Elementary School
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About Cordello Avenue Elementary School
Cordello Avenue Elementary School is a public elementary school in Central Islip, NY, part of CENTRAL ISLIP UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Cordello Avenue Elementary School serves approximately 534 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Cordello Avenue Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #2,522 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Cordello Avenue Elementary School show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 6.3
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Cordello Avenue Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Cordello Avenue Elementary School — Students at Cordello Avenue Elementary School score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
76.6%
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: 7.3/10.
How Cordello Avenue Elementary School Compares
See how Cordello Avenue Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
51 CORDELLO AVE, Central Islip, NY 11722
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cordello Avenue Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BRETTON WOODS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Hauppauge), which scores notably higher. Another option is ANTHONY ALFANO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FRANCIS J O'NEILL SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Central Islip, see our Central Islip schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11722 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$110,365
Median Home Value
$407,100
Median Rent
$2,094/mo
Population
38,443
College Educated
18.4%
Homeownership
77%
Avg Commute
27.7 min
Poverty Rate
9.3%
Median Age
34.1
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| ALBANY AVENUE SCHOOL Lindenhurst, NY | 6.1 |
| BROOK AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bay Shore, NY | 6.1 |
| BUILD COMMUNITY SCHOOL Buffalo, NY | 6.1 |
| CHURCH STREET SCHOOL White Plains, NY | 6.1 |
| DAVISON AVENUE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Lynbrook, NY | 6.1 |
| EAST HARLEM SCHOLARS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL II New York, NY | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cordello Avenue Elementary School
What grades does Cordello Avenue Elementary School serve?
Cordello Avenue Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Cordello Avenue Elementary School?
Cordello Avenue Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 534 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cordello Avenue Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Cordello Avenue Elementary School is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cordello Avenue Elementary School rank in NY?
Cordello Avenue Elementary School ranks #2,522 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Cordello Avenue Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Cordello Avenue Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Cordello Avenue Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cordello Avenue Elementary School has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Cordello Avenue Elementary School a charter school?
No, Cordello Avenue Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cordello Avenue Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Cordello Avenue Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cordello Avenue Elementary School?
76.6% of students at Cordello 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
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 534
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 76.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 26.8%
- Phone
- (631) 348-4189
Resources & Links
District
CENTRAL ISLIP UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 7,867
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $30,304
- District Rank
- #6 of 8
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