Serving 478 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Centennial Avenue Elementary 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 28% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 478 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Centennial Avenue Elementary School's student population of 478 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
478 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
Centennial Avenue Elementary 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 Centennial Avenue Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#3491 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
61%
30%
Black
36%
16%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
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 Centennial Avenue Elementary School's ranking?
Centennial Avenue Elementary School is ranked #3491 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Centennial Avenue Elementary School often compared to?
Centennial Avenue Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Roosevelt Children's Academy Charter School, Dryden Street School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Centennial Avenue Elementary School?
478 students attend Centennial Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Centennial Avenue Elementary School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Centennial Avenue Elementary School?
Centennial Avenue Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Centennial Avenue Elementary School offer ?
Centennial Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Centennial Avenue Elementary School part of?
Centennial Avenue Elementary School is part of Roosevelt Union Free School District.
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