Serving 239 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Willow Avenue Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (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 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 239 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Willow Avenue Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Willow Avenue Elementary School's student population of 239 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
239 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Year Founded
2003
School Rankings
Willow Avenue Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Willow Avenue Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#426 out of 4346 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
19%
30%
Black
4%
16%
White
70%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Willow Avenue Elementary School's ranking?
Willow Avenue Elementary School is ranked #426 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Willow Avenue Elementary School often compared to?
Willow Avenue Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cornwall Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Willow Avenue Elementary School?
239 students attend Willow Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Willow Avenue Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Willow Avenue Elementary School?
Willow Avenue Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Willow Avenue Elementary School offer ?
Willow Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Willow Avenue Elementary School part of?
Willow Avenue Elementary School is part of Cornwall Central School District.
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