CAMP AVENUE SCHOOL

CAMP AVENUE SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the NORTH MERRICK UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in MERRICK, NY with about 470 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 29 teachers, CAMP AVENUE SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

CAMP AVENUE SCHOOL is a public elementary school located in Merrick, New York, and serves as a key part of the North Merrick Union Free School District. Dedicated to fostering a supportive and nurturing learning environment, the school focuses on the academic, social, and emotional development of its students. By emphasizing a well-rounded curriculum, Camp Avenue strives to prepare children for future educational success while encouraging a sense of community and personal responsibility.

The school is well-regarded for its commitment to student-centered instruction and its active engagement with the local community. Through a combination of rigorous classroom learning, extracurricular activities, and a dedicated faculty, CAMP AVENUE SCHOOL promotes a culture of inclusivity and excellence. Its official website serves as a primary resource for parents and staff, providing transparent communication regarding school policies, academic programs, and ongoing district initiatives.

For more information, contact CAMP AVENUE SCHOOL at (516) 379-3732 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1712 MERRICK AVE
MERRICK, NY 11566-1600
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CAMP AVENUE SCHOOL is a public Title I school in MERRICK, NY with about 470 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in New York

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
470
Teachers:
29
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Provision 2
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I targeted assistance school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th 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 470 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending CAMP AVENUE SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 80% of the student body.

White
79.8%
Hispanic/Latino
11.3%
Asian
4.9%
Two or more races
1.7%
Black or African American
1.5%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.4%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.4%

Female
49.8%
Male
50.2%

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.