Serving 524 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Albany Avenue Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 524 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Albany Avenue Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Albany Avenue Elementary School's student population of 524 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
524 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Year Founded
1913
School Calendar
School Rankings
Albany Avenue Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Albany Avenue Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#590 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
10%
Hispanic
19%
30%
Black
4%
16%
White
66%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Albany Avenue Elementary School's ranking?
Albany Avenue Elementary School is ranked #590 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Albany Avenue Elementary School often compared to?
Albany Avenue Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Saltzman East Memorial Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Albany Avenue Elementary School?
524 students attend Albany Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Albany Avenue Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Albany Avenue Elementary School?
Albany Avenue Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Albany Avenue Elementary School offer ?
Albany Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Albany Avenue Elementary School part of?
Albany Avenue Elementary School is part of Farmingdale Union Free School District.
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