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#1151 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 24% in state

Park Avenue School

Elementary School · WESTBURY UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

955 PARK AVE, Westbury, NY 11590

Enrollment

575

Student-Teacher

12.2:1

Score

7.6

Grades

1st – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#1,151 of 4,742

In Westbury

#4 of 8

public schools

In district

#1 of 6

WESTBURY UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

Academic growth

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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7.6/10

Elementary School in Westbury · grades 1st – 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 Westbury, NY, part of WESTBURY UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Park Avenue School serves approximately 575 students, and covers grades 1st-5th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Park Avenue School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,151 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Park Avenue School show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022).

How it compares1.4 pts above district
  • This school 7.6 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.2
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Park Avenue School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.6Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data8
Annual Change+1.11 pts/yr
Data Period2015–2022
TrendImproving
Academics3.7Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency29.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-31.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-31.4 pts
Overall Proficiency26% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-19.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile18th
Resources & Environment8.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$36,744
Chronic Absenteeism29%

Park Avenue School — Students at Park Avenue School score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

68.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 17.3% (multi-year average, 2015-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 28.9% (multi-year average, 2015-2022)
School
State
57.0% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 22 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2015
Math
16%
ELA
15%
2016
Math
20%
ELA
21%
2017
Math
20%
ELA
29%
2018
Math
21%
ELA
24%
2019
Math
21%
ELA
24%
2020*
Math
14%
ELA
35%
2021*
Math
14%
ELA
35%
2022
Math
22%
ELA
29.5%

* 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: 9.6/10.

How Park Avenue School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.6/10
76th percentile in NY
Academic
3.7/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
9.6/10
Excellent
Environment
8.3/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
69%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
47 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.0%

Location

955 PARK AVE, Westbury, NY 11590

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Park Avenue School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. JEFFREY RATNER-ROBERT SEAMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.2/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Jericho), which scores notably higher. Another option is BOWLING GREEN SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CANTIAGUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Jericho), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Westbury, see our Westbury schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
POWELLS LANE SCHOOL Westbury 0.8 mi 5.9
CANTIAGUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jericho 1.1 mi 8.2
CLARKE MIDDLE SCHOOL Westbury 1.2 mi 8.1
W TRESPER CLARKE HIGH SCHOOL Westbury 1.2 mi 8.8
DRYDEN STREET SCHOOL Westbury 1.1 mi 4.5
BOWLING GREEN SCHOOL Westbury 1.5 mi 8.8
LONG ISLAND MONTESSORI SCHOOL Westbury 1.5 mi
WESTBURY MIDDLE SCHOOL Westbury 1.1 mi 4.9
WESTBURY FRIENDS SCHOOL Westbury 1.2 mi
WESTBURY HIGH SCHOOL Old Westbury 1.3 mi 7.4
OLD COUNTRY ROAD SCHOOL Hicksville 1.4 mi 5.2
OBRIDGE ACADEMY Hicksville 1.4 mi 3.8
DUTCH LANE SCHOOL Hicksville 1.6 mi 6.0
CAROUSEL DAY SCHOOL Hicksville 1.5 mi
BURNS AVENUE SCHOOL Hicksville 1.5 mi 5.7
JEFFREY RATNER-ROBERT SEAMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jericho 1.8 mi 9.2
DREXEL AVENUE SCHOOL Westbury 1.6 mi 6.7
SCO FAMILY SERVICES - WESTBROOK PREP SCHOOL Westbury 1.7 mi
ST BRIGID/OUR LADY OF HOPE REGIONAL SCHOOL Westbury 1.8 mi 6.7
HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL Hicksville 2.0 mi 7.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11590 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$149,250

Median Home Value

$616,500

Median Rent

$2,209/mo

Population

48,243

College Educated

40.1%

Homeownership

77.3%

Avg Commute

30.3 min

Poverty Rate

4.9%

Median Age

42.4

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BABYLON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Babylon, NY 7.6
BABYLON MEMORIAL GRADE SCHOOL Babylon, NY 7.6
BIRCHWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Schenectady, NY 7.6
CHANCELLOR LIVINGSTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rhinebeck, NY 7.6
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Park Avenue School

What grades does Park Avenue School serve?

Park Avenue School serves students in grades 1st through 5th.

How many students attend Park Avenue School?

Park Avenue School has an enrollment of approximately 575 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Park Avenue School is 12.2:1. 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 #1,151 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Park Avenue School's MySchoolScout rating?

Park Avenue School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022).

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?

68.5% 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
34 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
51 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
1st – 5th
Enrollment
575
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
47
Free/Reduced Lunch
68.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Nassau County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.0%

District

WESTBURY UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
4,698
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$36,744
District Rank
#1 of 6

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