Rushmore Avenue School

251 Rushmore Ave
Carle Place, NY 11514
(School attendance zone shown in map)
9/
10
Top 20%
Serving 404 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 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 3-6
  • Enrollment: 404 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 45%
  • : Top 20% in NY
  • : 79% (Top 20%)
  • : 62% (Top 30%)
  • : ≥95% (Top 5%)
  • 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:

School Overview

Rushmore Avenue School's student population of 404 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
404 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Year Founded
1948
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 25, 2026
School Motto
Honoring Tradition, Inspiring Excellence, Shaping Our Future Together
School Mascot
Frogs

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 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (NY)
#704 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
79%
52%
62%
49%
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
13%
10%
Hispanic
26%
30%
Black
2%
16%
White
55%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.62
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Frogs
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

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?
404 students attend Rushmore Avenue School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Rushmore Avenue School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rushmore Avenue School?
Rushmore Avenue School has a student ration of 9:1, 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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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 3-6
  • Enrollment: 404 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 45%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 79% (Top 20%)
  • : 62% (Top 30%)
  • : ≥95% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

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