Serving 263 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Burns Avenue School ranks in the top 50% 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 70-74% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to 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 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 263 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Burns Avenue School serves the northwest part of Hicksville, NY, encompassing an area of approximately 1.3 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with distances to the furthest edge of the zone being around 1.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burns Avenue School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Burns Avenue School's student population of 263 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
263 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Burns Avenue School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burns Avenue School is 0.71, 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
#1443 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
32%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
42%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
10%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.8%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burns Avenue School's ranking?
Burns Avenue School is ranked #1443 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Burns Avenue School often compared to?
Burns Avenue Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Woodland Avenue School, Dutch Lane School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Burns Avenue School?
263 students attend Burns Avenue School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Burns Avenue School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Asian, 10% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Burns Avenue School?
Burns Avenue School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Burns Avenue School offer ?
Burns Avenue School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Burns Avenue School part of?
Burns Avenue School is part of Hicksville Union Free School District.
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