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Norwood Avenue School
Elementary School · NORTHPORT-EAST NORTHPORT UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
25 NORWOOD RD, Northport, NY 11768
Enrollment
425
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
425
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,962 of 4,742
In Northport
#5 of 5
public schools
In district
#6 of 7
NORTHPORT-EAST NORTHPORT UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
8.0 / 10
Excellent
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Norwood Avenue School
Elementary School in Northport · grades Kindergarten – 4th. 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 Northport, NY, part of NORTHPORT-EAST NORTHPORT UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Norwood Avenue School serves approximately 425 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Norwood Avenue School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,962 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Norwood Avenue School show 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Norwood Avenue School — Students at Norwood Avenue School score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
16.7%
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: 5.4/10.
How Norwood Avenue School Compares
See how Norwood Avenue 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
25 NORWOOD RD, Northport, NY 11768
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Norwood Avenue School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FORT SALONGA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is WASHINGTON DRIVE PRIMARY SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Centerport), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SCHOOL HOUSE (rated 7.8/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby East Northport), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Northport, see our Northport schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THE LEARNING EXPERIENCE Northport | 0.8 mi | — |
| NORTHPORT MIDDLE SCHOOL Northport | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| OCEAN AVENUE SCHOOL Northport | 0.9 mi | 7.2 |
| SCHOOL HOUSE East Northport | 2.1 mi | 7.8 |
| NORTHPORT SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Northport | 2.4 mi | 8.8 |
| PULASKI ROAD SCHOOL East Northport | 2.6 mi | 5.5 |
| TRINITY REGIONAL SCHOOL-EAST NORTHPORT CAMPUS East Northport | 2.8 mi | 5.4 |
| EAST NORTHPORT MIDDLE SCHOOL East Northport | 2.7 mi | 7.4 |
| FORT SALONGA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Northport | 2.2 mi | 8.3 |
| FIFTH AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Northport | 2.8 mi | 7.8 |
| LOVE OF LEARNING MONTESSORI Centerport | 2.6 mi | 7.6 |
| THOMAS J LAHEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Greenlawn | 3.6 mi | 7.3 |
| HARBORFIELDS HIGH SCHOOL Greenlawn | 3.5 mi | 8.7 |
| ELWOOD MIDDLE SCHOOL Elwood | 3.9 mi | 7.1 |
| ELWOOD/JOHN GLENN HIGH SCHOOL Elwood | 4.0 mi | 8.6 |
| HARLEY AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elwood | 4.2 mi | 7.8 |
| NORTH RIDGE SCHOOL Commack | 4.0 mi | 7.8 |
| WASHINGTON DRIVE PRIMARY SCHOOL Centerport | 3.6 mi | 7.9 |
| COMMACK HIGH SCHOOL Commack | 4.2 mi | 9.2 |
| BURR INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Commack | 4.6 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11768 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$163,435
Median Home Value
$779,700
Median Rent
$2,222/mo
Population
21,908
College Educated
62.4%
Homeownership
92%
Avg Commute
33.8 min
Poverty Rate
5.6%
Median Age
50
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| BNOS MALKA ACADEMY Forest Hills, NY | 5.7 |
| BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR EXCELLENCE 5 Bronx, NY | 5.7 |
| BURNS AVENUE SCHOOL Hicksville, NY | 5.7 |
| CARLYLE C RING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jamestown, NY | 5.7 |
| CHESTNUT RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rochester, NY | 5.7 |
| CLINTON V BUSH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jamestown, NY | 5.7 |
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 4th.
How many students attend Norwood Avenue School?
Norwood Avenue School has an enrollment of approximately 425 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Norwood Avenue School?
The student-teacher ratio at Norwood Avenue School is 13.3:1. 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 #2,962 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Norwood Avenue School's MySchoolScout rating?
Norwood Avenue School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
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?
16.7% 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 – 4th
- Enrollment
- 425
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 16.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.2%
- Phone
- (631) 262-6830
Resources & Links
District
NORTHPORT-EAST NORTHPORT UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 4,434
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $36,706
- District Rank
- #6 of 7
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