Very Good
#1044 of 4,739 schools in NY
Top 22% in state
Park Avenue Elementary School
Elementary School · WARWICK VALLEY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
PO BOX 595, Warwick, NY 10990
Enrollment
477
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
477
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Warwick
#2 of 4
public schools
New York elementary schools
#662 of 2,549
In district
#2 of 4
WARWICK VALLEY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic growth
9.2 / 10
Exceptional
About Park Avenue Elementary School
Park Avenue Elementary School serves 477 students in kindergarten through fourth grade in Warwick, New York. With 34 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a favorable 14:1 student-teacher ratio that allows for more personalized attention in the classroom. The school demonstrates solid academic performance, earning a 7.2 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranking in the 80th percentile among New York elementary schools at #938 out of 4,758 statewide.
Students show strong proficiency rates with 69% meeting or exceeding standards in English Language Arts and reading, while 66% demonstrate proficiency in mathematics across all grade levels. Park Avenue Elementary operates as a regular public school in Orange County, drawing families from a well-established community where the median household income reaches $121,217 and 46% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher. The neighborhood maintains a low poverty rate of just 4.7%, with median home values around $425,000, reflecting the area's stability and investment in education.
The school is situated in Warwick, a town positioned on the fringe of an urban area, offering families the benefits of both suburban tranquility and accessibility to broader metropolitan resources.
Score Breakdown
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Park Avenue Elementary School — Students at Park Avenue Elementary School score 67% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
20.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY NYSED (2020-21)
Based on 8 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 9.2/10.
How Park Avenue Elementary School Compares
See how Park Avenue Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 62% (2019) to 67% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 52% (2019) to 67% (2021).
Location
PO BOX 595, Warwick, NY 10990
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Park Avenue Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Upper Greenwood Lake Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby Hewitt), which scores slightly higher. Another option is GREENWOOD LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Greenwood Lake), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, GOLDEN HILL ELEMENTARY (rated 8.2/10, 5.6 miles away, in nearby Florida), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Warwick, see our Warwick schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CEDARWOOD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Warwick | 2.0 mi | — |
| WARWICK VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL Warwick | 1.8 mi | 6.1 |
| WARWICK VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL Warwick | 1.9 mi | 7.8 |
| SANFORDVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Warwick | 2.1 mi | 6.8 |
| GREENWOOD LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Greenwood Lake | 3.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Upper Greenwood Lake Elementary School Hewitt | 5.0 mi | 8.4 |
| S S SEWARD INSTITUTE Florida | 5.7 mi | 6.2 |
| GOLDEN HILL ELEMENTARY Florida | 5.6 mi | 8.2 |
| GREENWOOD LAKE MIDDLE SCHOOL Monroe | 5.0 mi | 8.2 |
| THE CHILDREN'S CASTLE West Milford | 7.8 mi | — |
| Marshall Hill Elementary School West Milford | 8.1 mi | 6.4 |
| GOSHEN SECURE CENTER Goshen | 8.0 mi | — |
| ORANGE-ULSTER BOCES Goshen | 9.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Vernon Township High School Vernon | 7.2 mi | 6.4 |
| CHESTER ACADEMY-MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL Chester | 9.0 mi | 5.2 |
| CHESTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Chester | 9.2 mi | 7.0 |
| TUXEDO PARK SCHOOL Tuxedo Park | 7.7 mi | 8.4 |
| Rolling Hills Primary School Vernon | 7.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Lounsberry Hollow School Vernon | 8.1 mi | 5.2 |
| ST JOHN SCHOOL Goshen | 10.7 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10990 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$123,199
Median Home Value
$462,100
Median Rent
$1,387/mo
Population
20,370
College Educated
49.7%
Homeownership
77.3%
Avg Commute
40.4 min
Poverty Rate
4.7%
Median Age
46.7
Community Profile
The community surrounding Park Avenue Elementary School has a median household income of $123,199. It is a well-educated community where 50% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $462,100, with a median rent of $1,387/month. The local poverty rate of 4.7% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 40 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BELLE SHERMAN SCHOOL Ithaca, NY | 7.6 |
| BOGHT HILLS SCHOOL Cohoes, NY | 7.6 |
| BOLIVAR ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Chittenango, NY | 7.6 |
| CHATSWORTH AVENUE SCHOOL Larchmont, NY | 7.6 |
| D B BUNCE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pavilion, NY | 7.6 |
| DR EMMETT W BASSETT SCHOOL (THE) Bronx, NY | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Park Avenue Elementary School
What grades does Park Avenue Elementary School serve?
Park Avenue Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Park Avenue Elementary School?
Park Avenue Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 477 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Park Avenue Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Park Avenue Elementary School is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Park Avenue Elementary School rank in NY?
Park Avenue Elementary School is ranked #1044 out of 4,739 schools in NY.
What is Park Avenue Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Park Avenue Elementary School has a composite rating of 7.6 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Park Avenue Elementary School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Park Avenue Elementary School has 65.5% math proficiency and 64.3% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Park Avenue Elementary School a charter school?
No, Park Avenue Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Park Avenue Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Park Avenue Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Park Avenue Elementary School?
20.1% of students at Park Avenue 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 – 4th
- Enrollment
- 477
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 20.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Orange County
- Phone
- (845) 987-3000
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
WARWICK VALLEY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 3,795
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,314
- District Rank
- #2 of 4
Other Schools in This District
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