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#158 of 4,739 schools in NY

Top 3% in state

Winthrop Avenue School

Elementary School · BELLMORE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

580 WINTHROP AVE, Bellmore, NY 11710

Enrollment

289

Student-Teacher

12:1

Score

8.7

Grades

3rd – 4th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Bellmore

#3 of 7

public schools

New York elementary schools

#114 of 2,549

In district

#1 of 3

BELLMORE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

9.6 / 10

Exceptional

About Winthrop Avenue School

Winthrop Avenue School is a public elementary school in Bellmore, NY, part of the BELLMORE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. The school serves approximately 289 students in grades 3rd – 4th with a student-teacher ratio of 12:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.7/10, placing it in the 96.7th percentile among NY schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 87% proficiency in math, 36 points above the state average and 79% in reading/language arts, 17 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in school environment (9.6/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $173,136, where 54% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a large suburban setting.

What's said publicly about Winthrop Avenue School

Sources: School's website

Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.

Winthrop Avenue School is part of the Bellmore School District 1 . On April 28, the school hosted the debut of a districtwide art gallery featuring works by the district's Star Leaders 1 . The event highlighted the creativity of these students, with their projects taking center stage at the location 1 . Winthrop Avenue School is listed alongside other district institutions, including the Charles A. Reinhard Early Childhood Center and Shore Road School 1 .
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Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.2Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change+2.08 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2021
TrendImproving
Academics8.8Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency87%
Reading/ELA Proficiency82%
Math vs. State Avg+33.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+21.1 pts
Overall Proficiency85%
Expected (poverty-adj.)70%
vs. Expected+14.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile81th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment9.6Exceptional20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12:1
Per-Pupil Spending$31,923

Winthrop Avenue School — Students at Winthrop Avenue School score 84% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 70%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

15.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY NYSED (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 86.8%
School
State
50.7%
ELA Proficiency 78.5%
School
State
61.6%

Based on 8 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2019
Math
87%
ELA
72%
2021*
Math
86.7%
ELA
80.7%

* 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: 8.2/10.

How Winthrop Avenue School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.7/10
97th percentile in NY
Academic
8.8/10
8.8/10
Growth
8.2/10
Above average
Environment
9.6/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
16%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers

Location

580 WINTHROP AVE, Bellmore, NY 11710

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Winthrop Avenue School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SEAFORD HARBOR SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Seaford), with a very similar rating. Another option is MARTIN AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, NEWBRIDGE ROAD SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby North Bellmore), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Bellmore, see our Bellmore schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
ST ELIZABETH ANN SETON REGIONAL SCHOOL PK-8 Bellmore 0.1 mi 5.8
MARTIN AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bellmore 0.7 mi 8.2
REINHARD EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Bellmore 0.8 mi 4.1
JOHN F KENNEDY HIGH SCHOOL Bellmore 1.0 mi 8.9
SHORE ROAD SCHOOL Bellmore 1.0 mi 7.4
MANDALAY SCHOOL Wantagh 1.0 mi 7.8
GRAND AVENUE MIDDLE SCHOOL Bellmore 1.0 mi 7.5
FOREST LAKE SCHOOL Wantagh 1.3 mi 6.5
WELLINGTON C MEPHAM HIGH SCHOOL Bellmore 1.2 mi 9.0
NEWBRIDGE ROAD SCHOOL North Bellmore 1.4 mi 8.1
WANTAGH SCHOOL Wantagh 1.3 mi 7.1
SAW MILL ROAD SCHOOL North Bellmore 1.6 mi 7.3
SEAFORD HARBOR SCHOOL Seaford 1.4 mi 8.5
WANTAGH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Wantagh 1.7 mi 8.0
WANTAGH MIDDLE SCHOOL Wantagh 1.8 mi 5.1
CHATTERTON SCHOOL Merrick 1.5 mi 7.1
PARK AVENUE SCHOOL North Merrick 1.6 mi 7.6
NORMAN J LEVY LAKESIDE SCHOOL Merrick 1.7 mi 6.6
GRACE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Merrick 1.6 mi 8.5
MERRICK AVENUE MIDDLE SCHOOL Merrick 1.8 mi 6.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11710 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$173,136

Median Home Value

$647,000

Median Rent

$2,495/mo

Population

34,459

College Educated

54%

Homeownership

90.7%

Avg Commute

36.5 min

Poverty Rate

3.3%

Median Age

41.4

Community Profile

The community surrounding Winthrop Avenue School has a median household income of $173,136. It is a well-educated community where 54% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $647,000, with a median rent of $2,495/month. The local poverty rate of 3.3% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 37 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Winthrop Avenue School

What grades does Winthrop Avenue School serve?

Winthrop Avenue School serves students in grades 3rd through 4th.

How many students attend Winthrop Avenue School?

Winthrop Avenue School has an enrollment of approximately 289 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Winthrop Avenue School is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Winthrop Avenue School rank in NY?

Winthrop Avenue School is ranked #158 out of 4,739 schools in NY.

What is Winthrop Avenue School's MySchoolScout rating?

Winthrop Avenue School has a composite rating of 8.7 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Winthrop Avenue School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Winthrop Avenue School has 86.8% math proficiency and 78.5% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Winthrop Avenue School a charter school?

No, Winthrop Avenue School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Winthrop Avenue School a Title I school?

No, Winthrop Avenue School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Winthrop Avenue School?

15.9% of students at Winthrop 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
92 Walker's Paradise
Bike Score
52 Bikeable
County Safety
Elevated (982/100K)

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 4th
Enrollment
289
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
15.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Nassau County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

BELLMORE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
1,137
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$31,873
District Rank
#1 of 3

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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