51ST AVENUE ACADEMY (THE PATH TO ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE)

51ST AVENUE ACADEMY (THE PATH TO ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE) is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #24 school district, located in ELMHURST, NY with about 440 students offering grade levels from 4th Grade to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 29 teachers, 51ST AVENUE ACADEMY (THE PATH TO ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE) has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Based on the information provided, here is a summary of the 51st Avenue Academy:

51st Avenue Academy, located at 76-05 51st Ave in Elmhurst, NY, positions itself as an institution dedicated to "The Path to Academic Excellence." Situated in a diverse and vibrant neighborhood in Queens, the school focuses on providing a structured educational environment aimed at fostering high achievement and student growth. By emphasizing academic rigor, the academy strives to prepare its students for future educational and personal success within the New York City public school system.

The school serves as a local hub for families in the Elmhurst area, working to cultivate a community-oriented atmosphere that supports both learning and development. Through its stated commitment to excellence, the academy aims to equip its student body with the essential skills, knowledge, and discipline necessary to navigate their academic journeys effectively. It remains a notable educational fixture for the local community, emphasizing progress and high standards for its students.

For more information, contact 51ST AVENUE ACADEMY (THE PATH TO ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE) at (718) 429-5287 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

76-05 51ST AVE
ELMHURST, NY 11373
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51ST AVENUE ACADEMY (THE PATH TO ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE) is a public Title I school in ELMHURST, NY with about 440 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in New York

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
440
Teachers:
29
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 440 students

Asian
60.2%
Hispanic/Latino
37.5%
White
1.1%
Two or more races
0.5%
Black or African American
0.5%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%

Female
46.8%
Male
53.2%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.