Very Good
#1426 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 30% in state
Park Avenue School
Elementary School · NORTH BELLMORE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
1599 PARK AVE, North Merrick, NY 11566
Enrollment
327
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
327
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,426 of 4,742
In North Merrick
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#1 of 5
NORTH BELLMORE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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Park Avenue School
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About Park Avenue School
Park Avenue School is a public elementary school in North Merrick, NY, part of NORTH BELLMORE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Park Avenue School serves approximately 327 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Park Avenue School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,426 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Park Avenue School show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 6.6
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Park Avenue School — Students at Park Avenue School score 58% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
17.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 36 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: 6.7/10.
How Park Avenue School Compares
See how Park Avenue School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1599 PARK AVE, North Merrick, NY 11566
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Park Avenue School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WINTHROP AVENUE SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Bellmore), which scores notably higher. Another option is PROGRESSIVE SCHOOL OF LONG ISLAND (rated 8.2/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Merrick), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, HAROLD D FAYETTE SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in North Merrick, see our North Merrick schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WELLINGTON C MEPHAM HIGH SCHOOL Bellmore | 0.5 mi | 9.1 |
| CAMP AVENUE SCHOOL Merrick | 0.5 mi | 7.3 |
| NEWBRIDGE ROAD SCHOOL North Bellmore | 0.5 mi | 6.7 |
| PROGRESSIVE SCHOOL OF LONG ISLAND Merrick | 0.6 mi | 8.2 |
| GRAND AVENUE MIDDLE SCHOOL Bellmore | 0.8 mi | 8.2 |
| MERRICK AVENUE MIDDLE SCHOOL Merrick | 0.8 mi | 8.3 |
| CHATTERTON SCHOOL Merrick | 1.0 mi | 8.0 |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Merrick | 1.0 mi | 8.5 |
| JOHN G DINKELMEYER SCHOOL North Bellmore | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| SANFORD H CALHOUN HIGH SCHOOL Merrick | 0.9 mi | 9.2 |
| OLD MILL ROAD SCHOOL Merrick | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| MARTIN AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bellmore | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| HAROLD D FAYETTE SCHOOL North Merrick | 1.3 mi | 8.2 |
| SAW MILL ROAD SCHOOL North Bellmore | 1.2 mi | 5.2 |
| WOODLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL East Meadow | 1.7 mi | 8.3 |
| THE CHILDREN'S LEARNING CENTER Roosevelt | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| ST ELIZABETH ANN SETON REGIONAL SCHOOL PK-8 Bellmore | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
| BIRCH SCHOOL Merrick | 1.8 mi | 8.2 |
| WINTHROP AVENUE SCHOOL Bellmore | 1.6 mi | 8.6 |
| NORMAN J LEVY LAKESIDE SCHOOL Merrick | 2.0 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11566 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$169,868
Median Home Value
$679,000
Median Rent
$2,803/mo
Population
35,172
College Educated
57.7%
Homeownership
95.5%
Avg Commute
37.6 min
Poverty Rate
2.8%
Median Age
41.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| AFRICAN ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Vestal, NY | 7.3 |
| ALDEN PRIMARY AT TOWNLINE Alden, NY | 7.3 |
| BARKAI FOUNDATION INC. Brooklyn, NY | 7.3 |
| CAROLINE STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Saratoga Springs, NY | 7.3 |
| DOGWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Smithtown, NY | 7.3 |
| ETHEL K FYLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rochester, NY | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Park Avenue School
What grades does Park Avenue School serve?
Park Avenue School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Park Avenue School?
Park Avenue School has an enrollment of approximately 327 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Park Avenue School?
The student-teacher ratio at Park Avenue School is 12.6:1. 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 #1,426 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Park Avenue School's MySchoolScout rating?
Park Avenue School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 68% 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?
17.1% 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 327
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 17.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Nassau County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.1%
- Phone
- (516) 992-3117
Resources & Links
District
NORTH BELLMORE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 2,113
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,589
- District Rank
- #1 of 5
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