Serving 520 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Gardiners 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 75-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (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 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 520 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gardiners Avenue School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Gardiners Avenue School's student population of 520 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
520 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gardiners Avenue School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gardiners Avenue School is 0.55, 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
#809 out of 4377 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
10%
Hispanic
21%
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
63%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gardiners Avenue School's ranking?
Gardiners Avenue School is ranked #809 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Gardiners Avenue School often compared to?
Gardiners Avenue Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hebbville Elementary School, North Side School, Abbey Lane School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Gardiners Avenue School?
520 students attend Gardiners Avenue School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Gardiners Avenue School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gardiners Avenue School?
Gardiners Avenue School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Gardiners Avenue School offer ?
Gardiners Avenue School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Gardiners Avenue School part of?
Gardiners Avenue School is part of Levittown Union Free School District.
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