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#2461 of 4,742 schools in NY
James a Dever School
Elementary School · VALLEY STREAM 13 UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
585 N CORONA AVE, Valley Stream, NY 11580
Enrollment
418
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
418
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,461 of 4,742
In Valley Stream
#13 of 14
public schools
In district
#4 of 4
VALLEY STREAM 13 UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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About James a Dever School
James a Dever School is a public elementary school in Valley Stream, NY, part of VALLEY STREAM 13 UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. James a Dever School serves approximately 418 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. James a Dever School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,461 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for James a Dever School show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- District avg 6.8
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 9.5:1 students to teachers, James a Dever School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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James a Dever School — Students at James a Dever School score 56% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
23.4%
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: 4.4/10.
How James a Dever School Compares
See how James a Dever School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
585 N CORONA AVE, Valley Stream, NY 11580
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering James a Dever School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MAURICE W DOWNING PRIMARY SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Malverne), which scores notably higher. Another option is WEST END SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Lynbrook), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WHEELER AVENUE SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Valley Stream, see our Valley Stream schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HOWELL ROAD SCHOOL Valley Stream | 0.5 mi | 6.7 |
| WHEELER AVENUE SCHOOL Valley Stream | 0.6 mi | 7.2 |
| CHEDER AT THE OHEL Valley Stream | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| WILLOW ROAD SCHOOL Franklin Square | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| VALLEY STREAM MEMORIAL JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Valley Stream | 0.8 mi | 6.1 |
| MEACHAM CHILD CARE & LEARNING CENTER Elmont | 0.9 mi | — |
| VALLEY STREAM NORTH HIGH SCHOOL Franklin Square | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| VALLEY STREAM CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Valley Stream | 0.9 mi | 9.2 |
| MAURICE W DOWNING PRIMARY SCHOOL Malverne | 0.9 mi | 8.9 |
| POLK STREET SCHOOL Franklin Square | 1.3 mi | 6.3 |
| WEST END SCHOOL Lynbrook | 1.3 mi | 8.5 |
| OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL Malverne | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| LYNBROOK NORTH MIDDLE SCHOOL Lynbrook | 1.5 mi | 6.9 |
| GRACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Malverne | 1.2 mi | 4.2 |
| DUTCH BROADWAY SCHOOL Elmont | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| CLARA H CARLSON SCHOOL Elmont | 1.6 mi | 7.1 |
| BROOKLYN AVENUE SCHOOL Valley Stream | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| DAVISON AVENUE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Lynbrook | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
| CORNWELL AVENUE SCHOOL West Hempstead | 1.3 mi | 6.3 |
| ALDEN TERRACE SCHOOL Valley Stream | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11580 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$135,385
Median Home Value
$602,500
Median Rent
$1,852/mo
Population
42,644
College Educated
37.7%
Homeownership
83.7%
Avg Commute
39.9 min
Poverty Rate
3.5%
Median Age
42.5
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| BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR BETTER LEARNING II Bronx, NY | 6.2 |
| BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR EXCELLENCE 3 Bronx, NY | 6.2 |
| BROOKSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Binghamton, NY | 6.2 |
| CANAL VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Spencerport, NY | 6.2 |
| CHARLES E SCHWARTING SCHOOL Massapequa, NY | 6.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about James a Dever School
What grades does James a Dever School serve?
James a Dever School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend James a Dever School?
James a Dever School has an enrollment of approximately 418 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at James a Dever School?
The student-teacher ratio at James a Dever School is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does James a Dever School rank in NY?
James a Dever School ranks #2,461 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is James a Dever School's MySchoolScout rating?
James a Dever School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 James a Dever School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, James a Dever School has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is James a Dever School a charter school?
No, James a Dever School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is James a Dever School a Title I school?
No, James a Dever School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for James a Dever School?
23.4% of students at James a Dever 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
- 418
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 23.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Nassau County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.0%
- Phone
- (516) 568-6120
Resources & Links
District
VALLEY STREAM 13 UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 2,052
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,342
- District Rank
- #4 of 4
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