Serving 404 students in grades 3-6, Rushmore Avenue School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 404 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rushmore Avenue School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Rushmore Avenue School's student population of 404 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
404 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rushmore Avenue School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rushmore Avenue School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1173 out of 4093 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
10%
Hispanic
27%
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
61%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rushmore Avenue School's ranking?
Rushmore Avenue School is ranked #1173 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Rushmore Avenue School often compared to?
Rushmore Avenue Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Island Trees Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend Rushmore Avenue School?
404 students attend Rushmore Avenue School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Rushmore Avenue School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rushmore Avenue School?
Rushmore Avenue School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Rushmore Avenue School offer ?
Rushmore Avenue School offers enrollment in grades 3-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Rushmore Avenue School part of?
Rushmore Avenue School is part of Carle Place Union Free School District.
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