Serving 536 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 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 536 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Albany Avenue Elementary School serves the southwest part of Massapequa, NY, covering an area of approximately 1.7 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 1.6 miles away.
- 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 536 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
536 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 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 0.73. 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
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
10%
Hispanic
20%
31%
Black
4%
15%
White
65%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.7%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
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, Eastplain 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?
536 students attend Albany Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Albany Avenue Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Albany Avenue Elementary School?
Albany Avenue Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than 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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