Excellent
#555 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 12% in state
Harold D Fayette School
Elementary School · NORTH MERRICK UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
1057 MERRICK AVE, North Merrick, NY 11566
Enrollment
269
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
269
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#555 of 4,742
In North Merrick
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#1 of 3
NORTH MERRICK UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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Harold D Fayette School
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About Harold D Fayette School
Harold D Fayette School is a public elementary school in North Merrick, NY, part of NORTH MERRICK UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Harold D Fayette School serves approximately 269 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Harold D Fayette School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #555 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Harold D Fayette School show 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- District avg 7.4
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Harold D Fayette School — Students at Harold D Fayette School score 73% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
11.5%
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: 7.7/10.
How Harold D Fayette School Compares
See how Harold D Fayette School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1057 MERRICK AVE, North Merrick, NY 11566
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Harold D Fayette School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MCVEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.1/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby East Meadow), which scores slightly higher. Another option is BARNUM WOODS SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby East Meadow), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, PROGRESSIVE SCHOOL OF LONG ISLAND (rated 8.2/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Merrick), with a very similar rating. For more schools in North Merrick, see our North Merrick schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| OLD MILL ROAD SCHOOL Merrick | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| WOODLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL East Meadow | 0.7 mi | 8.3 |
| PROGRESSIVE SCHOOL OF LONG ISLAND Merrick | 0.8 mi | 8.2 |
| BARNUM WOODS SCHOOL East Meadow | 1.0 mi | 9.0 |
| ROOSEVELT MIDDLE SCHOOL Roosevelt | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| JOHN G DINKELMEYER SCHOOL North Bellmore | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| ROOSEVELT HIGH SCHOOL Roosevelt | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| TURTLE HOOK MIDDLE SCHOOL Uniondale | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| CAMP AVENUE SCHOOL Merrick | 1.3 mi | 7.3 |
| SMITH STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Uniondale | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| THE CHILDREN'S LEARNING CENTER Roosevelt | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| UNIONDALE HIGH SCHOOL Uniondale | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| WALNUT STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Uniondale | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| PARK AVENUE SCHOOL North Merrick | 1.3 mi | 7.3 |
| SANFORD H CALHOUN HIGH SCHOOL Merrick | 1.5 mi | 9.2 |
| MCVEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Meadow | 1.7 mi | 9.1 |
| MERRICK AVENUE MIDDLE SCHOOL Merrick | 1.7 mi | 8.3 |
| ULYSSES BYAS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Roosevelt | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| KELLENBERG MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL Uniondale | 1.7 mi | 3.2 |
| WASHINGTON ROSE SCHOOL Roosevelt | 1.6 mi | 3.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11566 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$169,868
Median Home Value
$679,000
Median Rent
$2,803/mo
Population
35,172
College Educated
57.7%
Homeownership
95.5%
Avg Commute
37.6 min
Poverty Rate
2.8%
Median Age
41.9
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| NORTHVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Northville, NY | 8.2 |
| PS 77 LOWER LAB SCHOOL New York, NY | 8.2 |
| WILLITS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Syosset, NY | 8.2 |
| 47 AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE AND ENGLISH LOWER SCHOOL (THE) New York, NY | 8.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Harold D Fayette School
What grades does Harold D Fayette School serve?
Harold D Fayette School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Harold D Fayette School?
Harold D Fayette School has an enrollment of approximately 269 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Harold D Fayette School?
The student-teacher ratio at Harold D Fayette School is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Harold D Fayette School rank in NY?
Harold D Fayette School ranks #555 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Harold D Fayette School's MySchoolScout rating?
Harold D Fayette School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Harold D Fayette School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Harold D Fayette School has 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Harold D Fayette School a charter school?
No, Harold D Fayette School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Harold D Fayette School a Title I school?
No, Harold D Fayette School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Harold D Fayette School?
11.5% of students at Harold D Fayette 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
- 269
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 11.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Nassau County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.1%
- Phone
- (516) 489-3090
Resources & Links
District
NORTH MERRICK UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,208
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $30,031
- District Rank
- #1 of 3
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