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Riley Avenue School
Elementary School · RIVERHEAD CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
374 RILEY AVE, Calverton, NY 11933
Enrollment
495
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
495
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,512 of 4,742
In Calverton
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#7 of 7
RIVERHEAD CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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Riley Avenue School
Elementary School in Calverton · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Riley Avenue School
Riley Avenue School is a public elementary school in Calverton, NY, part of RIVERHEAD CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Riley Avenue School serves approximately 495 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Riley Avenue School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #4,512 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Riley Avenue School show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% 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
Riley Avenue School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
33% of students at Riley 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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Riley Avenue School — Students at Riley Avenue School score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
32.5%
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: 1.7/10.
How Riley Avenue School Compares
See how Riley Avenue School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
374 RILEY AVE, Calverton, NY 11933
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Riley Avenue School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. EAST MORICHES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 9.4 miles away, in nearby East Moriches), which scores notably higher. Another option is WADING RIVER SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Wading River), which scores notably higher. Additionally, EASTPORT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 7.9 miles away, in nearby Eastport), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Calverton, see our Calverton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RIVERHEAD CHARTER SCHOOL Calverton | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| ST JOHN PAUL II REGIONAL SCHOOL Riverhead | 3.4 mi | 7.7 |
| RIVERHEAD SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Riverhead | 3.4 mi | 7.2 |
| RIVERHEAD MIDDLE SCHOOL Riverhead | 3.5 mi | 3.8 |
| PULASKI STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Riverhead | 3.8 mi | 3.7 |
| SUFFOLK COUNTY SHERIFFS OFFICE Riverhead | 3.9 mi | — |
| ROANOKE AVENUE SCHOOL Riverhead | 4.1 mi | 3.6 |
| PHILLIPS AVENUE SCHOOL Riverhead | 5.1 mi | 3.5 |
| LITTLE FLOWER SCHOOL Wading River | 5.4 mi | 4.8 |
| WADING RIVER SCHOOL Wading River | 5.3 mi | 7.8 |
| PECONIC COMMUNITY SCHOOL Aquebogue | 5.4 mi | 5.5 |
| TUTTLE AVENUE SCHOOL Eastport | 7.6 mi | 7.7 |
| SOUTH STREET SCHOOL Manorville | 7.0 mi | 7.5 |
| AQUEBOGUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Aquebogue | 5.9 mi | 5.5 |
| EASTPORT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Eastport | 7.9 mi | 7.8 |
| SHOREHAM-WADING RIVER HIGH SCHOOL Shoreham | 6.7 mi | 8.9 |
| DAYTON AVENUE SCHOOL Manorville | 8.3 mi | 6.3 |
| REMSENBURG-SPEONK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Remsenburg | 8.9 mi | 5.2 |
| EAST MORICHES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Moriches | 9.4 mi | 8.0 |
| LEONARD E BURKET CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Center Moriches | 9.2 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11933 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$80,571
Median Home Value
$429,500
Median Rent
$2,375/mo
Population
6,784
College Educated
28.3%
Homeownership
84.4%
Avg Commute
29.2 min
Poverty Rate
6.2%
Median Age
52.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BENJAMIN FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Binghamton, NY | 3.5 |
| BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR EXCELLENCE 4 Bronx, NY | 3.5 |
| DAVID PATERSON SCHOOL Hempstead, NY | 3.5 |
| HEMPSTEAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Spring Valley, NY | 3.5 |
| JOSEPH MCNEIL SCHOOL Hempstead, NY | 3.5 |
| KING STREET SCHOOL Port Chester, NY | 3.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Riley Avenue School
What grades does Riley Avenue School serve?
Riley Avenue School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Riley Avenue School?
Riley Avenue School has an enrollment of approximately 495 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Riley Avenue School?
The student-teacher ratio at Riley Avenue School is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Riley Avenue School rank in NY?
Riley Avenue School ranks #4,512 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Riley Avenue School's MySchoolScout rating?
Riley 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 Riley Avenue School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Riley Avenue School has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Riley Avenue School a charter school?
No, Riley Avenue School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Riley Avenue School a Title I school?
No, Riley Avenue School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Riley Avenue School?
32.5% of students at Riley 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 – 4th
- Enrollment
- 495
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 47
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 32.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.5%
- Phone
- (631) 369-6804
Resources & Links
District
RIVERHEAD CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 5,656
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,146
- District Rank
- #7 of 7
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