CENTRE AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

CENTRE AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the EAST ROCKAWAY UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in EAST ROCKAWAY, NY with about 314 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th 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 20 teachers, CENTRE AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 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.

CENTRE AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school located in East Rockaway, New York, serving students in the East Rockaway Union Free School District. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment that emphasizes both academic excellence and the social-emotional development of its students. By focusing on a well-rounded curriculum, the school aims to prepare children for future educational success while encouraging curiosity and a lifelong love of learning.

As part of the East Rockaway community, the school benefits from a close-knit environment where staff, students, and families work collaboratively. The educational approach often focuses on small-group instruction and individualized attention, ensuring that students meet state standards while developing essential critical thinking skills. For more detailed information regarding their specific programs, school calendar, or administrative policies, parents and community members are encouraged to visit their official website at [www.eastrockawayschools.org](http://www.eastrockawayschools.org).

For more information, contact CENTRE AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (516) 887-8300 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.