Excellent
#67 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 1% in state
Mcvey Elementary School
Elementary School · EAST MEADOW UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
2201 DEVON ST, East Meadow, NY 11554
Enrollment
830
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
9.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
830
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
9.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#67 of 4,742
In East Meadow
#2 of 6
public schools
In district
#2 of 9
EAST MEADOW UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic performance
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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Mcvey Elementary School
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About Mcvey Elementary School
Mcvey Elementary School is a public elementary school in East Meadow, NY, part of EAST MEADOW UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Mcvey Elementary School serves approximately 830 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Mcvey Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10 and ranks #67 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Mcvey Elementary School show 92% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 9.1 · Excellent
- District avg 8.6
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Mcvey Elementary School — Students at Mcvey Elementary School score 85% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
31.4%
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
→ StableAverage 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: 9.1/10.
How Mcvey Elementary School Compares
See how Mcvey Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2201 DEVON ST, East Meadow, NY 11554
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mcvey Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BARNUM WOODS SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is BOWLING GREEN SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Westbury), with a very similar rating. Additionally, HAROLD D FAYETTE SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby North Merrick), with a comparable rating. For more schools in East Meadow, see our East Meadow schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| EAST MEADOW HIGH SCHOOL East Meadow | 0.6 mi | 9.7 |
| WOODLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL East Meadow | 1.1 mi | 8.3 |
| BARNUM WOODS SCHOOL East Meadow | 1.1 mi | 9.0 |
| MEADOWBROOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Meadow | 1.1 mi | 8.1 |
| KELLENBERG MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL Uniondale | 1.2 mi | 3.2 |
| BOWLING GREEN SCHOOL Westbury | 1.7 mi | 8.8 |
| WALNUT STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Uniondale | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| HAROLD D FAYETTE SCHOOL North Merrick | 1.7 mi | 8.2 |
| UNIONDALE HIGH SCHOOL Uniondale | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
| JOHN G DINKELMEYER SCHOOL North Bellmore | 1.7 mi | 6.7 |
| LONG ISLAND MONTESSORI SCHOOL Westbury | 1.8 mi | — |
| W TRESPER CLARKE HIGH SCHOOL Westbury | 1.9 mi | 8.8 |
| CLARKE MIDDLE SCHOOL Westbury | 1.9 mi | 8.1 |
| PARKWAY SCHOOL East Meadow | 1.6 mi | 8.2 |
| TURTLE HOOK MIDDLE SCHOOL Uniondale | 2.0 mi | 5.8 |
| WISDOM LANE MIDDLE SCHOOL Levittown | 1.8 mi | 7.9 |
| OLD MILL ROAD SCHOOL Merrick | 2.4 mi | 6.7 |
| DUTCH LANE SCHOOL Hicksville | 2.2 mi | 6.0 |
| DIVISION AVENUE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Levittown | 1.9 mi | 8.9 |
| PROGRESSIVE SCHOOL OF LONG ISLAND Merrick | 2.4 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11554 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$128,770
Median Home Value
$613,900
Median Rent
$2,539/mo
Population
35,806
College Educated
44.2%
Homeownership
89.7%
Avg Commute
35.4 min
Poverty Rate
6.9%
Median Age
43.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BRONXVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bronxville, NY | 9.1 |
| BROOKSIDE SCHOOL Yorktown Heights, NY | 9.1 |
| PS 160 WILLIAM T SAMPSON Brooklyn, NY | 9.1 |
| BARNUM WOODS SCHOOL East Meadow, NY | 9.0 |
| BRETTON WOODS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hauppauge, NY | 9.0 |
| GREENVILLE SCHOOL Scarsdale, NY | 9.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mcvey Elementary School
What grades does Mcvey Elementary School serve?
Mcvey Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Mcvey Elementary School?
Mcvey Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 830 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mcvey Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mcvey Elementary School is 10.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mcvey Elementary School rank in NY?
Mcvey Elementary School ranks #67 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Mcvey Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mcvey Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 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 Mcvey Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mcvey Elementary School has 92% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Mcvey Elementary School a charter school?
No, Mcvey Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mcvey Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Mcvey Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mcvey Elementary School?
31.4% of students at Mcvey 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 830
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 76
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 31.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Nassau County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.1%
- Phone
- (516) 228-5300
Resources & Links
District
EAST MEADOW UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 7,900
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $29,560
- District Rank
- #2 of 9
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