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#2322 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 49% in state
Based on limited data
Fifth Avenue School
Elementary School · BAY SHORE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
217 5TH AVE, Bay Shore, NY 11706
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 8 schools in Bay Shore. Learn more
Enrollment
359
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Enrollment
359
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,322 of 4,742
In Bay Shore
#2 of 11
public schools
In district
#2 of 7
BAY SHORE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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Fifth Avenue School
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About Fifth Avenue School
Fifth Avenue School is a public elementary school in Bay Shore, NY, part of BAY SHORE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Fifth Avenue School serves approximately 359 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-2nd, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Fifth Avenue School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,322 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Based on limited data: 44% component coverage.
- This school 6.3 · Average
- District avg 5.8
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 9.4:1 students to teachers, Fifth Avenue School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
35% of students at Fifth 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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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
41.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Fifth Avenue School Compares
See how Fifth Avenue School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
217 5TH AVE, Bay Shore, NY 11706
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Fifth Avenue School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MARY G CLARKSON SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is BROOK AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, OQUENOCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby West Islip), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Bay Shore, see our Bay Shore schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BAY SHORE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Bay Shore | 0.3 mi | 8.4 |
| BAY SHORE MIDDLE SCHOOL Bay Shore | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| MARY G CLARKSON SCHOOL Bay Shore | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| ST PATRICK SCHOOL Bay Shore | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| BROOK AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bay Shore | 0.8 mi | 6.1 |
| GARDINER MANOR SCHOOL Bay Shore | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| BAY SHORE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bay Shore | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| SOUTH COUNTRY SCHOOL Bay Shore | 1.7 mi | 5.4 |
| HEMLOCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bay Shore | 1.8 mi | 4.4 |
| OAK PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bay Shore | 2.2 mi | 5.3 |
| SOUTHWEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bay Shore | 2.0 mi | 3.6 |
| ISLIP MIDDLE SCHOOL Islip | 2.0 mi | 5.7 |
| SOUTH MIDDLE SCHOOL Brentwood | 2.6 mi | 4.0 |
| ISLIP HIGH SCHOOL Islip | 2.1 mi | 8.5 |
| OQUENOCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Islip | 2.2 mi | 6.1 |
| COMMACK ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Islip | 2.3 mi | 3.6 |
| MANETUCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Islip | 2.2 mi | 5.7 |
| UDALL ROAD MIDDLE SCHOOL West Islip | 2.3 mi | 6.1 |
| LAUREL PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brentwood | 2.6 mi | 4.7 |
| WEST MIDDLE SCHOOL Bay Shore | 2.5 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11706 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$115,112
Median Home Value
$464,300
Median Rent
$1,885/mo
Population
68,648
College Educated
26.4%
Homeownership
74.8%
Avg Commute
28.1 min
Poverty Rate
7.3%
Median Age
37
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ACADEMY STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bayport, NY | 6.3 |
| ANDREW J SMITH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Union Springs, NY | 6.3 |
| BARDONIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bardonia, NY | 6.3 |
| BUCHANAN-VERPLANCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Buchanan, NY | 6.3 |
| CAROLINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Slaterville Springs, NY | 6.3 |
| CORNWELL AVENUE SCHOOL West Hempstead, NY | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Fifth Avenue School
What grades does Fifth Avenue School serve?
Fifth Avenue School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 2nd.
How many students attend Fifth Avenue School?
Fifth Avenue School has an enrollment of approximately 359 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Fifth Avenue School?
The student-teacher ratio at Fifth Avenue School is 9.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Fifth Avenue School rank in NY?
Fifth Avenue School ranks #2,322 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Fifth Avenue School's MySchoolScout rating?
Fifth Avenue School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Fifth Avenue School a charter school?
No, Fifth Avenue School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Fifth Avenue School a Title I school?
No, Fifth Avenue School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Fifth Avenue School?
41.8% of students at Fifth 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
- 359
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 41.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.5%
- Phone
- (631) 968-1140
Resources & Links
District
BAY SHORE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 5,788
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $32,424
- District Rank
- #2 of 7
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