Serving 488 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Camp Avenue 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 70-74% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). 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 17:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 488 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (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
Camp Avenue 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
Camp Avenue School's student population of 488 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
488 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Camp Avenue School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Camp Avenue School is 0.45, 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
#767 out of 4377 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
10%
Hispanic
13%
30%
Black
3%
16%
White
73%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Camp Avenue School's ranking?
Camp Avenue School is ranked #767 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Camp Avenue School often compared to?
Camp Avenue Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chatterton School, Old Mill Road 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 46% NY state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Camp Avenue School?
488 students attend Camp Avenue School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Camp Avenue School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Camp Avenue School?
Camp Avenue School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Camp Avenue School offer ?
Camp Avenue School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Camp Avenue School part of?
Camp Avenue School is part of North Merrick Union Free School District.
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