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#4511 of 4,742 schools in NY
Phillips Avenue School
Elementary School · RIVERHEAD CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
141 PHILLIPS AVE, Riverhead, NY 11901
Enrollment
654
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
654
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,511 of 4,742
In Riverhead
#5 of 5
public schools
In district
#6 of 7
RIVERHEAD CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
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About Phillips Avenue School
Phillips Avenue School is a public elementary school in Riverhead, NY, part of RIVERHEAD CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Phillips Avenue School serves approximately 654 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Phillips Avenue School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #4,511 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Phillips Avenue School show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.0
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
36% of students at Phillips 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
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Phillips Avenue School — Students at Phillips Avenue School score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
47.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 32 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: 3.4/10.
How Phillips Avenue School Compares
See how Phillips Avenue School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
141 PHILLIPS AVE, Riverhead, NY 11901
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Phillips Avenue School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. EASTPORT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 6.8 miles away, in nearby Eastport), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST JOHN PAUL II REGIONAL SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, TUTTLE AVENUE SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby Eastport), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Riverhead, see our Riverhead schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11901 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,252
Median Home Value
$437,500
Median Rent
$2,195/mo
Population
32,921
College Educated
21.4%
Homeownership
70%
Avg Commute
29.9 min
Poverty Rate
14.9%
Median Age
43.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Phillips Avenue School
What grades does Phillips Avenue School serve?
Phillips Avenue School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Phillips Avenue School?
Phillips Avenue School has an enrollment of approximately 654 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Phillips Avenue School?
The student-teacher ratio at Phillips Avenue School is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Phillips Avenue School rank in NY?
Phillips Avenue School ranks #4,511 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Phillips Avenue School's MySchoolScout rating?
Phillips Avenue School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 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 Phillips Avenue School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Phillips Avenue School has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Phillips Avenue School a charter school?
No, Phillips Avenue School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Phillips Avenue School a Title I school?
No, Phillips Avenue School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Phillips Avenue School?
47.6% of students at Phillips 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
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 654
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 51
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 47.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.2%
- Phone
- (631) 369-6787
Resources & Links
District
RIVERHEAD CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 5,656
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,146
- District Rank
- #6 of 7
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