Serving 349 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Woodland Avenue School ranks in the top 30% 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 55-59% (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 73% of the student body (majority Asian), 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-5
- Enrollment: 349 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Woodland Avenue School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Woodland Avenue School's student population of 349 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
349 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Woodland Avenue School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Woodland Avenue School is 0.66, 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
#1105 out of 4377 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
46%
10%
Hispanic
24%
29%
Black
n/a
16%
White
27%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Woodland Avenue School's ranking?
Woodland Avenue School is ranked #1105 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Woodland Avenue School often compared to?
Woodland Avenue Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Burns Avenue School, East Street 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 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Woodland Avenue School?
349 students attend Woodland Avenue School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Woodland Avenue School students are Asian, 27% of students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Woodland Avenue School?
Woodland Avenue School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Woodland Avenue School offer ?
Woodland Avenue School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Woodland Avenue School part of?
Woodland Avenue School is part of Hicksville Union Free School District.
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