Average
#2266 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 48% in state
Forest Avenue School
Elementary School · WEST BABYLON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
200 FOREST AVE, West Babylon, NY 11704
Enrollment
273
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
273
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,266 of 4,742
In West Babylon
#5 of 7
public schools
In district
#5 of 7
WEST BABYLON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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Forest Avenue School
Elementary School in West Babylon · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Forest Avenue School
Forest Avenue School is a public elementary school in West Babylon, NY, part of WEST BABYLON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Forest Avenue School serves approximately 273 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Forest Avenue School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,266 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Forest Avenue School show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Forest Avenue School — Students at Forest Avenue School score 45% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
49.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 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: 5.6/10.
How Forest Avenue School Compares
See how Forest Avenue School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
200 FOREST AVE, West Babylon, NY 11704
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Forest Avenue School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WILLIAM RALL SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Lindenhurst), which scores notably higher. Another option is SOUTH BAY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DANIEL STREET SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Lindenhurst), which scores notably higher. For more schools in West Babylon, see our West Babylon schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11704 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$127,034
Median Home Value
$485,400
Median Rent
$2,089/mo
Population
40,285
College Educated
31.8%
Homeownership
73.7%
Avg Commute
31.6 min
Poverty Rate
5.8%
Median Age
41
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Forest Avenue School
What grades does Forest Avenue School serve?
Forest Avenue School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Forest Avenue School?
Forest Avenue School has an enrollment of approximately 273 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Forest Avenue School?
The student-teacher ratio at Forest Avenue School is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Forest Avenue School rank in NY?
Forest Avenue School ranks #2,266 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Forest Avenue School's MySchoolScout rating?
Forest Avenue School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Forest Avenue School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Forest Avenue School has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Forest Avenue School a charter school?
No, Forest Avenue School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Forest Avenue School a Title I school?
No, Forest Avenue School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Forest Avenue School?
49.5% of students at Forest 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 273
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 49.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 29.3%
- Phone
- (631) 376-7301
Resources & Links
District
WEST BABYLON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 3,703
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $34,305
- District Rank
- #5 of 7
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