Meadow Drive School serves 309 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90-94% (which is higher than the New York state average of 69%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the New York state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 309 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Math Proficiency: 90-94%
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84%
- Attendance Zone: Meadow Drive School serves a central area in Albertson, NY, encompassing approximately 1.1 square miles. Most families are within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Meadow Drive School's student population of 309 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
309 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
The mission of the Mineola Union Free School District is to inspire each student to be a life-long learner, pursue excellence, exhibit strength of character and contribute positively to a global society.
School Rankings
The diversity score of Meadow Drive School is 0.67, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)90-94%
69%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)80-84%
60%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
20%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
24%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
15%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
48%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.7%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. 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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90-94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 69% NY state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% NY state average).
How many students attend Meadow Drive School?
309 students attend Meadow Drive School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Meadow Drive School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Meadow Drive School?
Meadow Drive School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Meadow Drive School offer ?
Meadow Drive School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Meadow Drive School part of?
Meadow Drive School is part of Mineola Union Free School District.
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