Jackson Avenue School

300 Jackson Ave
Mineola, NY 11501
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
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Top 50%
Serving 464 students in grades 2-4, Jackson Avenue School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 2-4
  • Enrollment: 464 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 57%
  • : Top 50% in NY
  • : 63% (Top 50%)
  • : 70% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Jackson Avenue School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:

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School Overview

Jackson Avenue School's student population of 464 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-4
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
464 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
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School Rankings

Jackson Avenue School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jackson Avenue School is 0.68, 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.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
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State Level (NY)
#1430 out of 4093 schools
(Top 50%)
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63%
55%
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70%
62%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
17%
10%
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Hispanic
34%
29%
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Black
2%
16%
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White
43%
41%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
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0.68
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Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
51%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
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Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Jackson Avenue School's ranking?
Jackson Avenue School is ranked #1430 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Jackson Avenue School often compared to?
Jackson Avenue Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hampton Street School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend Jackson Avenue School?
464 students attend Jackson Avenue School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Jackson Avenue School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jackson Avenue School?
Jackson Avenue School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Jackson Avenue School offer ?
Jackson Avenue School offers enrollment in grades 2-4 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Jackson Avenue School part of?
Jackson Avenue School is part of Mineola Union Free School District.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 2-4
  • Enrollment: 464 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 57%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 63% (Top 50%)
  • : 70% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

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