Serving 513 students in grades 1-5, Drexel Avenue 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 46% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower 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 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 513 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Drexel Avenue School serves a central area in Westbury, NY, covering approximately 2.1 square miles. Families within a typical 5-10 minute drive and an average distance of 1.1 miles from the school are included in the attendance zone, which extends up to 2.1 miles from the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Drexel Avenue School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Drexel Avenue School's student population of 513 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
513 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Dedicated To Excellence In Education
School Rankings
Drexel Avenue 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 Drexel Avenue School is 0.29, 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
#2584 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
84%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
7%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.7%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
Showing 2007–2024. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Drexel Avenue School's ranking?
Drexel Avenue School is ranked #2584 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Drexel Avenue School often compared to?
Drexel Avenue Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Powells Lane School, Bowling Green School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Drexel Avenue School?
513 students attend Drexel Avenue School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Drexel Avenue School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Drexel Avenue School?
Drexel Avenue School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Drexel Avenue School offer ?
Drexel Avenue School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Drexel Avenue School part of?
Drexel Avenue School is part of Westbury Union Free School District.
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