Serving 346 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Ocean Avenue School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 346 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Ocean Avenue School serves a central area in Northport, NY, covering approximately 2.3 square miles. Families typically experience a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 0.8 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 1.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ocean Avenue School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Ocean Avenue School's student population of 346 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
346 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ocean Avenue School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ocean Avenue School is 0.33, 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
#794 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
13%
31%
Black
1%
15%
White
81%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.4%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ocean Avenue School's ranking?
Ocean Avenue School is ranked #794 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Ocean Avenue School often compared to?
Ocean Avenue Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Norwood Avenue School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Ocean Avenue School?
346 students attend Ocean Avenue School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Ocean Avenue School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ocean Avenue School?
Ocean Avenue School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ocean Avenue School offer ?
Ocean Avenue School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ocean Avenue School part of?
Ocean Avenue School is part of Northport-East Northport Union Free School District.
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