Serving 383 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Clearstream Avenue School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 383 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clearstream Avenue School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Clearstream Avenue School's student population of 383 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
383 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Clearstream Avenue School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clearstream Avenue School is 0.70, 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
#742 out of 4377 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
26%
10%
Hispanic
30%
29%
Black
38%
16%
White
5%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clearstream Avenue School's ranking?
Clearstream Avenue School is ranked #742 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Clearstream Avenue School often compared to?
Clearstream Avenue Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shaw Avenue School, Forest Road School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Clearstream Avenue School?
383 students attend Clearstream Avenue School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Clearstream Avenue School students are Black, 30% of students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Asian, 5% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clearstream Avenue School?
Clearstream Avenue School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Clearstream Avenue School offer ?
Clearstream Avenue School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Clearstream Avenue School part of?
Clearstream Avenue School is part of Valley Stream 30 Union Free School District.
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