Norwood Avenue School serves 305 students in grades Kindergarten-3.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the New York state average of 69%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 305 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74%
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Norwood Avenue School's student population of 305 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
305 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
1874
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Rankings
The diversity score of Norwood Avenue School is 0.54, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)70-74%
69%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)75-79%
60%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
35%
30%
Black
4%
16%
White
58%
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
29%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Spartans
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 69% NY state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% NY state average).
How many students attend Norwood Avenue School?
305 students attend Norwood Avenue School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Norwood Avenue School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 4% 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 Norwood Avenue School?
Norwood Avenue School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Norwood Avenue School offer ?
Norwood Avenue School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Norwood Avenue School part of?
Norwood Avenue School is part of Brookhaven-Comsewogue Union Free School District.
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