Serving 324 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Martin Avenue Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 65-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher 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 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 324 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Martin Avenue Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Martin Avenue Elementary School's student population of 324 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
324 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Thu. Aug 28, 2025
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 26, 2026
School Motto
Our mission is to inspire all students to be confident, passionate learners with the courage and skills to lead their lives with integrity, while contributing to our global community with creativity and compassion.
School Rankings
Martin Avenue Elementary 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 Martin Avenue Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#784 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
10%
Hispanic
22%
30%
Black
2%
16%
White
61%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Martin Avenue Elementary School's ranking?
Martin Avenue Elementary School is ranked #784 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Martin Avenue Elementary School often compared to?
Martin Avenue Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Park Avenue School, Saw Mill Road School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Martin Avenue Elementary School?
324 students attend Martin Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Martin Avenue Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Martin Avenue Elementary School?
Martin Avenue Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Martin Avenue Elementary School offer ?
Martin Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Martin Avenue Elementary School part of?
Martin Avenue Elementary School is part of North Bellmore Union Free School District.
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