Serving 407 students in grades 3-6, Rushmore Avenue School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 407 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Rushmore Avenue School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Carle Place school district, covering an area of approximately 1.6 square miles, with most families living within a 5-10 minute drive to the school and an average distance of 0.7 miles to the zone's edge. The furthest point of the zone is about 1 mile from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rushmore Avenue School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Rushmore Avenue School's student population of 407 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
407 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1948
School Calendar
School Motto
Honoring Tradition, Inspiring Excellence, Shaping Our Future Together
School Rankings
Rushmore 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 Rushmore Avenue School is 0.65, 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
#704 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
16%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
28%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
50%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.8%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Frogs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rushmore Avenue School's ranking?
Rushmore Avenue School is ranked #704 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Rushmore Avenue School often compared to?
Rushmore Avenue Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Island Trees Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Rushmore Avenue School?
407 students attend Rushmore Avenue School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Rushmore Avenue School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rushmore Avenue School?
Rushmore Avenue School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Rushmore Avenue School offer ?
Rushmore Avenue School offers enrollment in grades 3-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Rushmore Avenue School part of?
Rushmore Avenue School is part of Carle Place Union Free School District.
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