Very Good
#1613 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 34% in state
Woodland Avenue School
Elementary School · HICKSVILLE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
85 KETCHAM RD, Hicksville, NY 11801
Enrollment
325
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
325
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,613 of 4,742
In Hicksville
#2 of 9
public schools
In district
#2 of 9
HICKSVILLE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic performance
8.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Woodland Avenue School
Woodland Avenue School is a public elementary school in Hicksville, NY, part of HICKSVILLE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Woodland Avenue School serves approximately 325 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Woodland Avenue School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,613 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Woodland Avenue School show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 5.8
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
39% of students at Woodland 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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Woodland Avenue School — Students at Woodland Avenue School score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
29.2%
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: 7.1/10.
How Woodland Avenue School Compares
See how Woodland Avenue School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
85 KETCHAM RD, Hicksville, NY 11801
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Woodland Avenue School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. STRATFORD ROAD SCHOOL (rated 9.2/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Plainview), which scores notably higher. Another option is JEFFREY RATNER-ROBERT SEAMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.2/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Jericho), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JUDY JACOBS PARKWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.1/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Plainview), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hicksville, see our Hicksville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| STRATFORD ROAD SCHOOL Plainview | 0.7 mi | 9.2 |
| EAST STREET SCHOOL Hicksville | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| SOUTH GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Syosset | 1.1 mi | 8.6 |
| BAYLIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plainview | 1.1 mi | 8.6 |
| GEORGE A JACKSON SCHOOL Jericho | 1.1 mi | 8.9 |
| PASADENA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plainview | 1.2 mi | 8.8 |
| ROBBINS LANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Syosset | 1.4 mi | 8.8 |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Hicksville | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
| WILLITS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Syosset | 1.5 mi | 8.2 |
| H B THOMPSON MIDDLE SCHOOL Syosset | 1.6 mi | 8.7 |
| HICKSVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Hicksville | 1.7 mi | 6.5 |
| LEE AVENUE SCHOOL Hicksville | 1.8 mi | 6.6 |
| PLAINVIEW-OLD BETHPAGE MIDDLE SCHOOL Plainview | 1.5 mi | 8.6 |
| BURNS AVENUE SCHOOL Hicksville | 1.7 mi | 5.7 |
| HICKSVILLE HIGH SCHOOL Hicksville | 2.0 mi | 7.4 |
| JUDY JACOBS PARKWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plainview | 1.7 mi | 9.1 |
| KRAMER LANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plainview | 1.9 mi | 8.2 |
| OBRIDGE ACADEMY Hicksville | 1.9 mi | 3.8 |
| JEFFREY RATNER-ROBERT SEAMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jericho | 1.7 mi | 9.2 |
| HEBREW ACADEMY OF NASSAU-PLAINVIEW CAMPUS Plainview | 1.8 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11801 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$147,945
Median Home Value
$611,400
Median Rent
$2,992/mo
Population
41,792
College Educated
43.5%
Homeownership
88%
Avg Commute
33.6 min
Poverty Rate
3.5%
Median Age
41.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Woodland Avenue School
What grades does Woodland Avenue School serve?
Woodland Avenue School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Woodland Avenue School?
Woodland Avenue School has an enrollment of approximately 325 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Woodland Avenue School?
The student-teacher ratio at Woodland Avenue School is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Woodland Avenue School rank in NY?
Woodland Avenue School ranks #1,613 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Woodland Avenue School's MySchoolScout rating?
Woodland Avenue School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Woodland Avenue School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Woodland Avenue School has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Woodland Avenue School a charter school?
No, Woodland Avenue School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Woodland Avenue School a Title I school?
No, Woodland Avenue School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Woodland Avenue School?
29.2% of students at Woodland 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 325
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 29.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Nassau County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.4%
- Phone
- (516) 733-2332
Resources & Links
District
HICKSVILLE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 5,508
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,944
- District Rank
- #2 of 9
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