Serving 611 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Denton Avenue School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 611 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 90% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Denton Avenue School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Denton Avenue School's student population of 611 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
611 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 27, 2026
School Rankings
Denton Avenue School ranks within the top 5% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Denton Avenue School is 0.37, 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
#139 out of 4346 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
78%
10%
Hispanic
8%
30%
Black
1%
16%
White
13%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Denton Avenue School's ranking?
Denton Avenue School is ranked #139 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Denton Avenue School often compared to?
Denton Avenue Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Center Street School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Denton Avenue School?
611 students attend Denton Avenue School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Denton Avenue School students are Asian, 13% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Denton Avenue School?
Denton Avenue School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Denton Avenue School offer ?
Denton Avenue School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Denton Avenue School part of?
Denton Avenue School is part of Herricks Union Free School District.
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