Serving 498 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Albany Avenue School ranks in the bottom 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 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower 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 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 498 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Albany Avenue School serves a central area of approximately 0.8 square miles in Lindenhurst, NY, with a typical drive to the school taking around 5-10 minutes. The zone extends up to 1.2 miles from the furthest edge, with an average distance of 0.6 miles from the school to the zone's boundary.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Albany Avenue School's student population of 498 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
498 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Albany Avenue School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Albany Avenue School is 0.58, 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
#2277 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
51%
31%
Black
3%
15%
White
40%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.3%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 School's ranking?
Albany Avenue School is ranked #2277 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Albany Avenue School often compared to?
Albany Avenue Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Gates Avenue School, Alleghany Avenue School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Albany Avenue School?
498 students attend Albany Avenue School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Albany Avenue School students are Hispanic, 40% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Albany Avenue School?
Albany Avenue 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 School offer ?
Albany Avenue School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Albany Avenue School part of?
Albany Avenue School is part of Lindenhurst Union Free School District.
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