Serving 646 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Covert 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 78% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher 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 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 646 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Covert Avenue School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Covert Avenue School's student population of 646 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
646 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Covert Avenue School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Covert Avenue School is 0.69, 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
#813 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
34%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
43%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
10%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
8%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.8%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Covert Avenue School's ranking?
Covert Avenue School is ranked #813 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Covert Avenue School often compared to?
Covert Avenue Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dutch Broadway School, Clara H Carlson School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Covert Avenue School?
646 students attend Covert Avenue School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Covert Avenue School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 3% 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 Covert Avenue School?
Covert Avenue School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Covert Avenue School offer ?
Covert Avenue School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Covert Avenue School part of?
Covert Avenue School is part of Elmont Union Free School District.
School Reviews
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