Serving 252 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, South 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 25-29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower 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 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 252 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Avenue School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
South Avenue School's student population of 252 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
252 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
South Avenue School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Avenue School is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2972 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
30%
30%
Black
16%
16%
White
39%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 South Avenue School's ranking?
South Avenue School is ranked #2972 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are South Avenue School often compared to?
South Avenue Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like J V Forrestal Elementary School, Sargent School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend South Avenue School?
252 students attend South Avenue School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of South Avenue School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Avenue School?
South Avenue School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does South Avenue School offer ?
South Avenue School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South Avenue School part of?
South Avenue School is part of Beacon City School District.
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