Serving 511 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Gotham Avenue School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower 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 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 511 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gotham Avenue School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Gotham Avenue School's student population of 511 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
511 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Rankings
Gotham 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 Gotham Avenue School is 0.65, 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
#1692 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
15%
10%
Hispanic
30%
30%
Black
49%
16%
White
2%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
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 Gotham Avenue School's ranking?
Gotham Avenue School is ranked #1692 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Gotham Avenue School often compared to?
Gotham Avenue Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clara H Carlson School, Dutch Broadway School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Gotham Avenue School?
511 students attend Gotham Avenue School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Gotham Avenue School students are Black, 30% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gotham Avenue School?
Gotham Avenue School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Gotham Avenue School offer ?
Gotham Avenue School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Gotham Avenue School part of?
Gotham Avenue School is part of Elmont Union Free School District.
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