Serving 319 students in grades 1-3, Cornwell Avenue School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher 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 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 1-3
- Enrollment: 319 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cornwell Avenue School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Cornwell Avenue School's student population of 319 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-3
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
319 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Cornwell Avenue School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cornwell Avenue School is 0.68, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1507 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
10%
Hispanic
50%
30%
Black
19%
16%
White
18%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cornwell Avenue School's ranking?
Cornwell Avenue School is ranked #1507 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Cornwell Avenue School?
319 students attend Cornwell Avenue School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Cornwell Avenue School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 18% of students are White, 11% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cornwell Avenue School?
Cornwell Avenue School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Cornwell Avenue School offer ?
Cornwell Avenue School offers enrollment in grades 1-3 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cornwell Avenue School part of?
Cornwell Avenue School is part of West Hempstead Union Free School District.
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