Serving 401 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Roanoke Avenue School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (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 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 401 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Roanoke Avenue School's student population of 401 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 41% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
401 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
1957
School Calendar
School Mascot
Hurricane
School Rankings
Roanoke Avenue School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Roanoke Avenue School is 0.43, 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
#3837 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
74%
30%
Black
9%
16%
White
14%
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
51%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hurricane
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Roanoke Avenue School's ranking?
Roanoke Avenue School is ranked #3837 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Roanoke Avenue School often compared to?
Roanoke Avenue Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Phillips Avenue School, Riley Avenue School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Roanoke Avenue School?
401 students attend Roanoke Avenue School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Roanoke Avenue School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Roanoke Avenue School?
Roanoke Avenue School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Roanoke Avenue School offer ?
Roanoke Avenue School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Roanoke Avenue School part of?
Roanoke Avenue School is part of Riverhead Central School District.
In what neighborhood is Roanoke Avenue School located?
Roanoke Avenue School is located in the North Fork neighborhood of Riverhead, NY. There are 3 other public schools located in North Fork.
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