Serving 374 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cherry Avenue Elementary 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 30-34% (which is lower 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 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 374 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Cherry Avenue Elementary School serves the southwest part of West Sayville, NY, within an attendance zone that spans approximately 2 square miles. Families within this area can typically reach the school in about 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge being 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cherry Avenue Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Cherry Avenue Elementary School's student population of 374 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
374 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
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School Rankings
Cherry Avenue Elementary 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 Cherry Avenue Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#2009 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
49%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1987–2025 (no data for 2004)
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
9%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1989–2025
White
87%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1989–2025
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 2013–2025
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1989–2025
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.2%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1994–2025 (no data for 2003, 2004, 2005 and 2010)
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 2000–2025 (no data for 2003, 2004, 2005, 2010 and 2019)
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cherry Avenue Elementary School's ranking?
Cherry Avenue Elementary School is ranked #2009 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Cherry Avenue Elementary School often compared to?
Cherry Avenue Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Avenue Elementary 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 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Cherry Avenue Elementary School?
374 students attend Cherry Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Cherry Avenue Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cherry Avenue Elementary School?
Cherry 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 Cherry Avenue Elementary School offer ?
Cherry Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cherry Avenue Elementary School part of?
Cherry Avenue Elementary School is part of Sayville Union Free School District.
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