Serving 490 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Cordello Avenue Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (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 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 490 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cordello Avenue Elementary School serves the southwest area of Central Islip, NY, covering approximately 1.1 square miles, with most families typically within a 5-10 minute drive. The furthest edge of the attendance zone is about 1.5 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cordello Avenue Elementary School's student population of 490 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
490 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cordello Avenue Elementary 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 Cordello Avenue Elementary School is 0.25, 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
#3920 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
86%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
11%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.2%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cordello Avenue Elementary School's ranking?
Cordello Avenue Elementary School is ranked #3920 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Cordello Avenue Elementary School?
490 students attend Cordello Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Cordello Avenue Elementary School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cordello Avenue Elementary School?
Cordello Avenue Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Cordello Avenue Elementary School offer ?
Cordello Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cordello Avenue Elementary School part of?
Cordello Avenue Elementary School is part of Central Islip Union Free School District.
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