Serving 432 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Park Avenue School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 432 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: PARK AVENUE SCHOOL serves a central area in Port Chester, NY, covering approximately 1.1 square miles. Most families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Park Avenue School's student population of 432 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
432 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Motto
Success for Every Student
School Rankings
Park Avenue School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Park Avenue School is 0.30, 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
#2843 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
83%
31%
Black
2%
15%
White
12%
39%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.2%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Park Avenue School's ranking?
Park Avenue School is ranked #2843 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Park Avenue School often compared to?
Park Avenue Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John F Kennedy Elementary School, Thomas A Edison School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Park Avenue School?
432 students attend Park Avenue School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Park Avenue School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Park Avenue School?
Park Avenue School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Park Avenue School offer ?
Park Avenue School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Park Avenue School part of?
Park Avenue School is part of Port Chester-Rye Union Free School District.
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