Serving 608 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Wheeler 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 68% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher 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 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 608 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wheeler Avenue School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Wheeler Avenue School's student population of 608 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
608 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
School Rankings
Wheeler Avenue School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wheeler Avenue School is 0.75, which is more 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
#1138 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
28%
10%
Hispanic
34%
30%
Black
23%
16%
White
11%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Wheeler Avenue School's ranking?
Wheeler Avenue School is ranked #1138 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Wheeler Avenue School often compared to?
Wheeler Avenue Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like James A Dever School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Wheeler Avenue School?
608 students attend Wheeler Avenue School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Wheeler Avenue School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Asian, 23% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wheeler Avenue School?
Wheeler Avenue School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Wheeler Avenue School offer ?
Wheeler Avenue School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wheeler Avenue School part of?
Wheeler Avenue School is part of Valley Stream 13 Union Free School District.
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