Below Average
#3722 of 4,742 schools in NY
Norwood Avenue School
Elementary School · BROOKHAVEN-COMSEWOGUE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
290 NORWOOD AVE, Port Jefferson Station, NY 11776
Enrollment
305
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Enrollment
305
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,722 of 4,742
In Port Jefferson Station
#3 of 6
public schools
In district
#3 of 6
BROOKHAVEN-COMSEWOGUE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic performance
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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Norwood Avenue School
Elementary School in Port Jefferson Station · grades Kindergarten – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Norwood Avenue School
Norwood Avenue School is a public elementary school in Port Jefferson Station, NY, part of BROOKHAVEN-COMSEWOGUE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Norwood Avenue School serves approximately 305 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-3rd, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Norwood Avenue School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,722 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Norwood Avenue School show 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2011) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2011).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 4.2
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
36% of students at Norwood Avenue 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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Norwood Avenue School — Students at Norwood Avenue School score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
33.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2010-11)
Based on 6 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.4/10.
How Norwood Avenue School Compares
See how Norwood Avenue School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
290 NORWOOD AVE, Port Jefferson Station, NY 11776
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Norwood Avenue School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NASSAKEAG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.2/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby East Setauket), which scores notably higher. Another option is MINNESAUKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby East Setauket), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ARROWHEAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby East Setauket), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Port Jefferson Station, see our Port Jefferson Station schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WARD MELVILLE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL East Setauket | 0.3 mi | 9.2 |
| ARROWHEAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Setauket | 0.5 mi | 7.0 |
| JOHN F KENNEDY MIDDLE SCHOOL Port Jefferson Station | 1.1 mi | 4.9 |
| TERRYVILLE ROAD SCHOOL Port Jefferson Station | 1.1 mi | 3.3 |
| BOYLE ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port Jefferson Station | 1.5 mi | 4.2 |
| EARL L VANDERMEULEN HIGH SCHOOL Port Jefferson | 1.6 mi | 9.0 |
| PORT JEFFERSON MIDDLE SCHOOL Port Jefferson | 1.6 mi | 8.2 |
| CLINTON AVENUE SCHOOL Port Jefferson Station | 1.7 mi | 4.4 |
| PORT JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port Jefferson | 2.1 mi | 6.6 |
| COMSEWOGUE HIGH SCHOOL Port Jefferson Station | 1.8 mi | 8.3 |
| MINNESAUKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Setauket | 2.0 mi | 8.4 |
| NASSAKEAG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Setauket | 2.0 mi | 9.2 |
| HAWKINS PATH SCHOOL Selden | 2.6 mi | 4.0 |
| NORTH COLEMAN ROAD SCHOOL Centereach | 2.7 mi | 5.5 |
| SELDEN MIDDLE SCHOOL Centereach | 2.7 mi | 5.5 |
| NEWFIELD HIGH SCHOOL Selden | 3.1 mi | 7.9 |
| CENTEREACH HIGH SCHOOL Centereach | 3.0 mi | 8.2 |
| DAWNWOOD MIDDLE SCHOOL Centereach | 3.1 mi | 5.2 |
| ROBERT M GRABLE JR MOUNT SINAI HIGH SCHOOL Mount Sinai | 2.7 mi | 8.5 |
| STAGECOACH SCHOOL Selden | 3.0 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11776 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$119,480
Median Home Value
$462,500
Median Rent
$2,220/mo
Population
23,629
College Educated
36.1%
Homeownership
78.4%
Avg Commute
29.1 min
Poverty Rate
6.4%
Median Age
40.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ABRAM LANSING SCHOOL Cohoes, NY | 4.8 |
| CHENANGO BRIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Binghamton, NY | 4.8 |
| ELIZABETH CADY STANTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Seneca Falls, NY | 4.8 |
| GREGORY JOCKO JACKSON-SPORTS-ARTS Brooklyn, NY | 4.8 |
| HOLBROOK ROAD SCHOOL Centereach, NY | 4.8 |
| JOSEPH B RADEZ ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Richmondville, NY | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Norwood Avenue School
What grades does Norwood Avenue School serve?
Norwood Avenue School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.
How many students attend Norwood Avenue School?
Norwood Avenue School has an enrollment of approximately 305 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Norwood Avenue School?
The student-teacher ratio at Norwood Avenue School is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Norwood Avenue School rank in NY?
Norwood Avenue School ranks #3,722 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Norwood Avenue School's MySchoolScout rating?
Norwood Avenue School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Norwood Avenue School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Norwood Avenue School has 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2011) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2011).
Is Norwood Avenue School a charter school?
No, Norwood Avenue School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Norwood Avenue School a Title I school?
No, Norwood Avenue School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Norwood Avenue School?
33.4% of students at Norwood Avenue 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 – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 305
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 33.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.7%
- Phone
- (631) 474-8130
Resources & Links
District
BROOKHAVEN-COMSEWOGUE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 3,499
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,669
- District Rank
- #3 of 6
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