Serving 306 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Grand Avenue Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to 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.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 306 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Grand Avenue Elementary School's student population of 306 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
306 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Grand Avenue Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Grand Avenue Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#1747 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
10%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
51%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
44%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.4%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
55%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 26-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 Grand Avenue Elementary School's ranking?
Grand Avenue Elementary School is ranked #1747 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Grand Avenue Elementary School often compared to?
Grand Avenue Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lenox Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Grand Avenue Elementary School?
306 students attend Grand Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Grand Avenue Elementary School students are Hispanic, 44% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grand Avenue Elementary School?
Grand 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 Grand Avenue Elementary School offer ?
Grand Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Grand Avenue Elementary School part of?
Grand Avenue Elementary School is part of Uniondale Union Free School District.
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