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Park Avenue School
Elementary School · PORT CHESTER-RYE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
PARK AVE, Port Chester, NY 10573
Enrollment
450
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
450
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,354 of 4,742
In Port Chester
#2 of 6
public schools
In district
#2 of 6
PORT CHESTER-RYE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
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Park Avenue School
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About Park Avenue School
Park Avenue School is a public elementary school in Port Chester, NY, part of PORT CHESTER-RYE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Park Avenue School serves approximately 450 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Park Avenue School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,354 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Park Avenue School show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.3 · Average
- District avg 4.7
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Park Avenue School — Students at Park Avenue School score 41% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71.8%
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: 6.3/10.
How Park Avenue School Compares
See how Park Avenue School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PARK AVE, Port Chester, NY 10573
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Park Avenue School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Glenville School (rated 9.3/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Greenwich), which scores notably higher. Another option is BRUNO M PONTERIO RIDGE STREET SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Rye Brook), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MIDLAND SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Rye), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Port Chester, see our Port Chester schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PORT CHESTER SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Port Chester | 0.3 mi | 8.2 |
| KING STREET SCHOOL Port Chester | 0.6 mi | 3.5 |
| PORT CHESTER MIDDLE SCHOOL Port Chester | 0.7 mi | 5.1 |
| JOHN F KENNEDY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port Chester | 1.0 mi | 3.1 |
| THOMAS A EDISON SCHOOL Port Chester | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| WESTCHESTER BOCES Rye Brook | 0.9 mi | — |
| BLIND BROOK-RYE MIDDLE SCHOOL Rye Brook | 1.4 mi | 8.7 |
| BLIND BROOK HIGH SCHOOL Rye Brook | 1.4 mi | 9.1 |
| BRUNO M PONTERIO RIDGE STREET SCHOOL Rye Brook | 1.3 mi | 8.6 |
| New Lebanon School Greenwich | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
| RYE COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Rye | 1.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Western Middle School Greenwich | 1.3 mi | 8.5 |
| SCHOOL OF THE HOLY CHILD Rye | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Glenville School Greenwich | 2.1 mi | 9.3 |
| Hamilton Avenue School Greenwich | 1.8 mi | 7.0 |
| MIDLAND SCHOOL Rye | 2.6 mi | 8.4 |
| RESURRECTION GRAMMAR SCHOOL Rye | 2.6 mi | 5.5 |
| EAGLE HILL SCHOOL Greenwich | 2.3 mi | 8.4 |
| RYE HIGH SCHOOL Rye | 2.8 mi | 9.2 |
| RYE MIDDLE SCHOOL Rye | 2.8 mi | 8.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10573 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$110,612
Median Home Value
$649,900
Median Rent
$1,940/mo
Population
40,982
College Educated
43.9%
Homeownership
56.7%
Avg Commute
26.8 min
Poverty Rate
10.6%
Median Age
39.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ACADEMY STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bayport, NY | 6.3 |
| ANDREW J SMITH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Union Springs, NY | 6.3 |
| BARDONIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bardonia, NY | 6.3 |
| BUCHANAN-VERPLANCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Buchanan, NY | 6.3 |
| CAROLINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Slaterville Springs, NY | 6.3 |
| CORNWELL AVENUE SCHOOL West Hempstead, NY | 6.3 |
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 5th.
How many students attend Park Avenue School?
Park Avenue School has an enrollment of approximately 450 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Park Avenue School?
The student-teacher ratio at Park Avenue School is 15.5:1. 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 #2,354 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Park Avenue School's MySchoolScout rating?
Park Avenue School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% 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?
71.8% 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 450
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Westchester County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.1%
- Phone
- (914) 934-7895
Resources & Links
District
PORT CHESTER-RYE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 4,543
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,971
- District Rank
- #2 of 6
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