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Park Avenue School

Elementary School · AMITYVILLE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

140 PARK AVE, Amityville, NY 11701

Enrollment

578

Student-Teacher

9.8:1

Score

3.8

Grades

2nd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#4,331 of 4,742

In Amityville

#5 of 5

public schools

In district

#5 of 5

AMITYVILLE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

7.2 / 10

Very Good

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Park Avenue School

3.8/10

Elementary School in Amityville · grades 2nd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Park Avenue School

Park Avenue School is a public elementary school in Amityville, NY, part of AMITYVILLE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Park Avenue School serves approximately 578 students, and covers grades 2nd-5th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Park Avenue School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #4,331 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Park Avenue School show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.3 pts below district
  • This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 6.1
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

At 9.8:1 students to teachers, Park Avenue School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

40% of students at Park 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.2Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.43 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics2.4Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency17.3% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency18.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-36.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-42.3 pts
Overall Proficiency18% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)44% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-26.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile7th
Resources & Environment7.2Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$37,633
Chronic Absenteeism39.6%

Park Avenue School — Students at Park Avenue School score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

72.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 24.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 26.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.0% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 34 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
80%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
51%
ELA
40%
2011
Math
50%
ELA
39%
2012
Math
15%
ELA
14%
2013
Math
16%
ELA
10%
2014
Math
19%
ELA
14%
2015
Math
24%
ELA
15%
2016
Math
17%
ELA
17%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
21%
2018
Math
28%
ELA
29%
2019
Math
28%
ELA
29%
2020*
Math
9%
ELA
28%
2021*
Math
9%
ELA
27.8%
2022
Math
17.3%
ELA
18.6%

* 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: 3.2/10.

How Park Avenue School Compares

See how Park Avenue School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.8/10
9th percentile in NY
Academic
2.4/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
3.2/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.2/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
73%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
59 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
39.6%

Location

140 PARK AVE, Amityville, NY 11701

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Park Avenue School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NORTHWEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MCKENNA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Massapequa Park), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DEAUVILLE GARDENS WEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Copiague), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Amityville, see our Amityville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
ST MARTIN OF TOURS SCHOOL Amityville 0.2 mi 5.8
AMITYVILLE MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL Amityville 0.6 mi 6.6
EDMUND W MILES MIDDLE SCHOOL Amityville 1.0 mi 4.7
BERNER MIDDLE SCHOOL Massapequa 0.8 mi 8.2
DEAUVILLE GARDENS EAST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Copiague 1.0 mi 5.8
DEAUVILLE GARDENS WEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Copiague 1.0 mi 7.2
NORTHWEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Amityville 1.2 mi 8.4
UNQUA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Massapequa 1.1 mi 5.5
GREAT NECK ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Copiague 1.1 mi 4.2
NORTHEAST SCHOOL Amityville 1.4 mi 6.2
COPIAGUE MIDDLE SCHOOL Copiague 1.3 mi 4.7
EAST LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Massapequa Park 1.4 mi 5.9
SUSAN E WILEY SCHOOL Copiague 1.3 mi 3.0
WALTER G O'CONNELL COPIAGUE HIGH SCHOOL Copiague 1.5 mi 8.0
BETHESDA SDA JUNIOR ACADEMY Amityville 2.1 mi 5.8
MCKENNA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Massapequa Park 1.8 mi 7.6
MASSAPEQUA HIGH SCHOOL Massapequa 1.9 mi 9.1
ALBANY AVENUE SCHOOL Lindenhurst 1.9 mi 6.1
BIRCH LANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Massapequa Park 2.0 mi 5.8
WEST GATES AVENUE SCHOOL Lindenhurst 2.1 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11701 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$110,639

Median Home Value

$489,000

Median Rent

$2,307/mo

Population

28,174

College Educated

31.2%

Homeownership

67.4%

Avg Commute

29.5 min

Poverty Rate

8.5%

Median Age

44.4

Similar Schools

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School Rating
CARDINAL MCCLOSKEY COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx, NY 3.8
CARTHAGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Carthage, NY 3.8
COLUMBUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New Rochelle, NY 3.8
COMMUNITY SCHOOL #53 Buffalo, NY 3.8
CONNETQUOT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Islip Terrace, NY 3.8
DR LYDIA T WRIGHT SCH OF EXCELLENCE Buffalo, NY 3.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Park Avenue School

What grades does Park Avenue School serve?

Park Avenue School serves students in grades 2nd through 5th.

How many students attend Park Avenue School?

Park Avenue School has an enrollment of approximately 578 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Park Avenue School?

The student-teacher ratio at Park Avenue School is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Park Avenue School rank in NY?

Park Avenue School ranks #4,331 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Park Avenue School's MySchoolScout rating?

Park Avenue School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 Park Avenue School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Park Avenue School has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Park Avenue School a charter school?

No, Park Avenue School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Park Avenue School a Title I school?

No, Park Avenue School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Park Avenue School?

72.8% of students at Park 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
88 Very Walkable
Bike Score
51 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
2nd – 5th
Enrollment
578
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
59
Free/Reduced Lunch
72.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Suffolk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
39.6%

District

AMITYVILLE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
2,926
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$37,633
District Rank
#5 of 5

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