Serving 278 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, West Gates Avenue School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 278 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Gates Avenue School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
West Gates Avenue School's student population of 278 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
278 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Gates Avenue School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Gates Avenue School is 0.53, 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
#2020 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≥80%
84%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
28%
29%
Black
3%
16%
White
63%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Gates Avenue School's ranking?
West Gates Avenue School is ranked #2020 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are West Gates Avenue School often compared to?
West Gates Avenue Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like William Rall School, Albany Avenue School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend West Gates Avenue School?
278 students attend West Gates Avenue School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of West Gates Avenue School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Gates Avenue School?
West Gates Avenue School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does West Gates Avenue School offer ?
West Gates Avenue School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is West Gates Avenue School part of?
West Gates Avenue School is part of Lindenhurst Union Free School District.
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