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#4016 of 4,742 schools in NY

Northern Parkway Elementary School

Elementary School · UNIONDALE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

440 NORTHERN PKWY, Uniondale, NY 11553

Enrollment

613

Student-Teacher

11.4:1

Score

4.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#4,016 of 4,742

In Uniondale

#6 of 7

public schools

In district

#8 of 8

UNIONDALE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

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Northern Parkway Elementary School

4.4/10

Elementary School in Uniondale · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Northern Parkway Elementary School

Northern Parkway Elementary School is a public elementary school in Uniondale, NY, part of UNIONDALE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Northern Parkway Elementary School serves approximately 613 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Northern Parkway Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #4,016 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Northern Parkway Elementary School show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.6 pts below district
  • This school 4.4 · Below Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

43% of students at Northern Parkway 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.7Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.22 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.0Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency25.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-21.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-35.3 pts
Overall Proficiency29% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-19.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile21th
Resources & Environment6.8Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$37,588
Chronic Absenteeism43.4%

Northern Parkway Elementary School — Students at Northern Parkway Elementary School score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

59.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 36.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
48.2% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 33.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
54.3% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 32 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
83%
ELA
61%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
43%
2011
Math
66%
ELA
54%
2012
Math
27%
ELA
22%
2013
Math
35%
ELA
23%
2014
Math
36%
ELA
21%
2015
Math
35%
ELA
30%
2016
Math
46%
ELA
29%
2017
Math
40%
ELA
30%
2018
Math
38%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
38%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
15%
ELA
34.5%
2021*
Math
13.3%
ELA
30.2%
2022
Math
32%
ELA
25.6%

* 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: 3.7/10.

How Northern Parkway Elementary School Compares

See how Northern Parkway Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.4/10
15th percentile in NY
Academic
4.0/10
Below Average
Growth
3.7/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.8/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
59%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
54 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
43.4%

Location

440 NORTHERN PKWY, Uniondale, NY 11553

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Northern Parkway Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GRAND AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby North Baldwin), which scores notably higher. Another option is SMITH STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WALNUT STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Uniondale, see our Uniondale schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
ST MARTIN DE PORRES MARIANIST SCHOOL Uniondale 0.5 mi 5.7
LAWRENCE ROAD MIDDLE SCHOOL Hempstead 0.6 mi 4.6
BARACK OBAMA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hempstead 0.8 mi 4.6
CALIFORNIA AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Uniondale 1.0 mi 4.5
SMITH STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Uniondale 0.9 mi 7.3
TURTLE HOOK MIDDLE SCHOOL Uniondale 0.9 mi 5.8
GRAND AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Baldwin 1.0 mi 7.5
CENTENNIAL AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Roosevelt 1.3 mi 5.6
WASHINGTON ROSE SCHOOL Roosevelt 1.3 mi 3.9
ROOSEVELT HIGH SCHOOL Roosevelt 1.1 mi 6.6
UNIONDALE HIGH SCHOOL Uniondale 1.2 mi 7.0
ALVERTA B GRAY SCHULTZ MIDDLE SCHOOL Hempstead 1.2 mi 4.3
WALNUT STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Uniondale 1.3 mi 6.3
JOSEPH MCNEIL SCHOOL Hempstead 1.2 mi 3.5
ROOSEVELT MIDDLE SCHOOL Roosevelt 1.3 mi 5.7
JACKSON MAIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hempstead 1.5 mi 5.4
HANC - MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL Uniondale 1.6 mi 6.9
PROSPECT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hempstead 1.4 mi 2.8
ROOSEVELT CHILDREN'S ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Roosevelt 1.7 mi 4.9
KELLENBERG MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL Uniondale 1.6 mi 3.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11553 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$105,994

Median Home Value

$486,100

Median Rent

$2,122/mo

Population

28,344

College Educated

21.7%

Homeownership

74.6%

Avg Commute

34.2 min

Poverty Rate

11.1%

Median Age

35.5

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CIRCLEVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Circleville, NY 4.4
CLINTON AVENUE SCHOOL Port Jefferson Station, NY 4.4
DELAWARE PRIMARY SCHOOL Syracuse, NY 4.4
DEWITT ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Webster, NY 4.4
ELMWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Monsey, NY 4.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Northern Parkway Elementary School

What grades does Northern Parkway Elementary School serve?

Northern Parkway Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Northern Parkway Elementary School?

Northern Parkway Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 613 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Northern Parkway Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Northern Parkway Elementary School is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Northern Parkway Elementary School rank in NY?

Northern Parkway Elementary School ranks #4,016 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Northern Parkway Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Northern Parkway Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 Northern Parkway Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Northern Parkway Elementary School has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Northern Parkway Elementary School a charter school?

No, Northern Parkway Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Northern Parkway Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Northern Parkway Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Northern Parkway Elementary School?

59.2% of students at Northern Parkway 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
61 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
41 Some Transit
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
613
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
54
Free/Reduced Lunch
59.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Nassau County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
43.4%

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