Serving 520 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Riley 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 40-44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower 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 56% 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-4
- Enrollment: 520 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Riley Avenue School serves the western part of Calverton, NY, covering an area of approximately 45.9 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 6.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Riley Avenue School's student population of 520 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
520 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Riley 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 Riley Avenue School is 0.59, 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
#3113 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Hispanic
47%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
6%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
44%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
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)31%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
3%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riley Avenue School's ranking?
Riley Avenue School is ranked #3113 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Riley Avenue School often compared to?
Riley Avenue Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Riverhead Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Riley Avenue School?
520 students attend Riley Avenue School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Riley Avenue School students are Hispanic, 44% of students are White, 6% 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 Riley Avenue School?
Riley Avenue School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Riley Avenue School offer ?
Riley Avenue School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Riley Avenue School part of?
Riley Avenue School is part of Riverhead Central School District.
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