Very Good
#1249 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 26% in state
Grand Avenue Elementary School
Elementary School · UNIONDALE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
711 SCHOOL DR, North Baldwin, NY 11510
Enrollment
298
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
298
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,249 of 4,742
In district
#1 of 8
UNIONDALE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
8.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Grand Avenue Elementary School
Grand Avenue Elementary School is a public elementary school in North Baldwin, NY, part of UNIONDALE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Grand Avenue Elementary School serves approximately 298 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Grand Avenue Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,249 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Grand Avenue Elementary School show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 6.0
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 9.9:1 students to teachers, Grand Avenue Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
32% of students at Grand Avenue Elementary 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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Grand Avenue Elementary School — Students at Grand Avenue Elementary School score 51% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
56.7%
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: 7.5/10.
How Grand Avenue Elementary School Compares
See how Grand Avenue Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
711 SCHOOL DR, North Baldwin, NY 11510
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Grand Avenue Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WILLIAM S COVERT SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby South Hempstead), which scores notably higher. Another option is HEWITT SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Rockville Centre), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, WILSON SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Rockville Centre), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in North Baldwin, see our North Baldwin schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LAWRENCE ROAD MIDDLE SCHOOL Hempstead | 0.4 mi | 4.6 |
| LENOX ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Baldwin | 0.6 mi | 7.2 |
| WILLIAM S COVERT SCHOOL South Hempstead | 0.5 mi | 9.0 |
| JOSEPH MCNEIL SCHOOL Hempstead | 0.9 mi | 3.5 |
| NORTHERN PARKWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Uniondale | 1.0 mi | 4.4 |
| WILSON SCHOOL Rockville Centre | 1.2 mi | 8.2 |
| BARACK OBAMA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hempstead | 1.3 mi | 4.6 |
| BROOKSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Baldwin | 1.2 mi | 7.7 |
| SOUTH SIDE HIGH SCHOOL Rockville Centre | 1.3 mi | 8.7 |
| BALDWIN SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Baldwin | 1.3 mi | 9.1 |
| ALVERTA B GRAY SCHULTZ MIDDLE SCHOOL Hempstead | 1.3 mi | 4.3 |
| EVERGREEN CHARTER SCHOOL Hempstead | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| CENTENNIAL AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Roosevelt | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| PROSPECT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hempstead | 1.4 mi | 2.8 |
| HEMPSTEAD HIGH SCHOOL Hempstead | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| PLAZA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Baldwin | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
| ST MARTIN DE PORRES MARIANIST SCHOOL Uniondale | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
| HEWITT SCHOOL Rockville Centre | 1.4 mi | 8.4 |
| CRESCENT SCHOOL Hempstead | 1.6 mi | 7.6 |
| WASHINGTON ROSE SCHOOL Roosevelt | 1.4 mi | 3.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11510 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$141,120
Median Home Value
$578,600
Median Rent
$1,695/mo
Population
34,814
College Educated
43%
Homeownership
88%
Avg Commute
38.5 min
Poverty Rate
5.2%
Median Age
42
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BEDFORD HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bedford Hills, NY | 7.5 |
| COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 7.5 |
| CORNWALL-ON-HUDSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cornwall On Hudson, NY | 7.5 |
| ELBRIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elbridge, NY | 7.5 |
| FLOWER HILL SCHOOL Huntington, NY | 7.5 |
| HALDANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cold Spring, NY | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Grand Avenue Elementary School
What grades does Grand Avenue Elementary School serve?
Grand Avenue Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Grand Avenue Elementary School?
Grand Avenue Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 298 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Grand Avenue Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Grand Avenue Elementary School is 9.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Grand Avenue Elementary School rank in NY?
Grand Avenue Elementary School ranks #1,249 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Grand Avenue Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Grand Avenue Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Grand Avenue Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Grand Avenue Elementary School has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Grand Avenue Elementary School a charter school?
No, Grand Avenue Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Grand Avenue Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Grand Avenue Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Grand Avenue Elementary School?
56.7% of students at Grand 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 298
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 56.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Nassau County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.2%
- Phone
- (516) 918-2101
Resources & Links
District
UNIONDALE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 6,210
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $37,588
- District Rank
- #1 of 8
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