Maurice W Downing Primary School serves 382 students in grades Kindergarten-2.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥95% (which is higher than the New York state average of 86%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 74%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 382 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Math Proficiency: ≥95%
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74%
- Attendance Zone: Maurice W Downing Primary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Malverne, NY, encompassing approximately 2.2 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Maurice W Downing Primary School's student population of 382 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
382 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
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School Rankings
The diversity score of Maurice W Downing Primary School is 0.76, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)≥95%
86%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)70-74%
74%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
12%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
35%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
25%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
21%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
55%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥95% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 86% NY state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 74% NY state average).
How many students attend Maurice W Downing Primary School?
382 students attend Maurice W Downing Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Maurice W Downing Primary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 21% of students are White, 12% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Maurice W Downing Primary School?
Maurice W Downing Primary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Maurice W Downing Primary School offer ?
Maurice W Downing Primary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Maurice W Downing Primary School part of?
Maurice W Downing Primary School is part of Malverne Union Free School District.
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