Very Good
#1512 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 32% in state
Gotham Avenue School
Elementary School · ELMONT UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
181 GOTHAM AVE, Elmont, NY 11003
Enrollment
511
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
511
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,512 of 4,742
In Elmont
#4 of 5
public schools
In district
#5 of 6
ELMONT UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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About Gotham Avenue School
Gotham Avenue School is a public elementary school in Elmont, NY, part of ELMONT UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Gotham Avenue School serves approximately 511 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Gotham Avenue School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,512 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Gotham Avenue School show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- District avg 7.5
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 9.8:1 students to teachers, Gotham Avenue School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
34% of students at Gotham 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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Gotham Avenue School — Students at Gotham Avenue School score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
61.8%
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 Gotham Avenue School Compares
See how Gotham Avenue School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
181 GOTHAM AVE, Elmont, NY 11003
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gotham Avenue School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. COVERT AVENUE SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is JOHN LEWIS CHILDS SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Floral Park), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, FLORAL PARK-BELLEROSE SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Floral Park), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Elmont, see our Elmont schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ELMONT MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL Elmont | 0.4 mi | 7.9 |
| LITTLE CHILDREN PLACE 2 INC Elmont | 0.8 mi | — |
| DUTCH BROADWAY SCHOOL Elmont | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| CLARA H CARLSON SCHOOL Elmont | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| FLORAL PARK MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL Floral Park | 1.0 mi | 8.5 |
| HAMZA ACADEMY Valley Stream | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| CAMBRIA CENTER FOR THE GIFTED CHILD Cambria Heights | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| FLORAL PARK-BELLEROSE SCHOOL Floral Park | 1.2 mi | 7.4 |
| ALDEN TERRACE SCHOOL Valley Stream | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| PS 176 CAMBRIA HEIGHTS Cambria Heights | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
| PS 34 JOHN HARVARD Queens Village | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| PS/IS 295 Queens Village | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| DBA THE NURTURING CENTER AND ACADEMY Queens Village | 1.3 mi | 4.9 |
| OUR LADY OF VICTORY SCHOOL Floral Park | 1.6 mi | 6.1 |
| SS JOACHIM & ANNE SCHOOL Queens Village | 1.4 mi | 5.1 |
| PS/MS 147 RONALD MCNAIR Cambria Heights | 1.3 mi | 4.2 |
| MEACHAM CHILD CARE & LEARNING CENTER Elmont | 1.4 mi | — |
| JOHN LEWIS CHILDS SCHOOL Floral Park | 1.8 mi | 8.0 |
| COVERT AVENUE SCHOOL Elmont | 1.5 mi | 8.5 |
| HOWELL ROAD SCHOOL Valley Stream | 1.8 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11003 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$123,000
Median Home Value
$576,500
Median Rent
$2,315/mo
Population
44,716
College Educated
32.9%
Homeownership
80.5%
Avg Commute
40.8 min
Poverty Rate
5.1%
Median Age
38.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ABBEY LANE SCHOOL Levittown, NY | 7.2 |
| ACADEMIC LEADERSHIP CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 7.2 |
| ACHIEVEMENT FIRST ENDEAVOR CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 7.2 |
| AKRON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Akron, NY | 7.2 |
| ALDEN TERRACE SCHOOL Valley Stream, NY | 7.2 |
| ALTMAR-PARISH-WILLIAMSTOWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Parish, NY | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gotham Avenue School
What grades does Gotham Avenue School serve?
Gotham Avenue School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Gotham Avenue School?
Gotham Avenue School has an enrollment of approximately 511 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gotham Avenue School?
The student-teacher ratio at Gotham Avenue School is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Gotham Avenue School rank in NY?
Gotham Avenue School ranks #1,512 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Gotham Avenue School's MySchoolScout rating?
Gotham Avenue School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Gotham Avenue School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Gotham Avenue School has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Gotham Avenue School a charter school?
No, Gotham Avenue School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Gotham Avenue School a Title I school?
No, Gotham Avenue School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Gotham Avenue School?
61.8% of students at Gotham 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 511
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 52
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 61.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Nassau County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.5%
- Phone
- (516) 326-5540
Resources & Links
District
ELMONT UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 3,382
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,768
- District Rank
- #5 of 6
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