MAURICE W DOWNING PRIMARY SCHOOL
350 Students
Elementary School K - 2nd
School Overview
Maurice W. Downing Primary School is a public elementary school located in Malverne, New York, serving students in the early grades (typically Pre-K through second grade) within the Malverne Union Free School District. Situated at 55 Lindner Place, the school is known for fostering a supportive, community-oriented environment that focuses on foundational academic skills, social-emotional development, and early literacy. As part of a smaller district, the school emphasizes a personalized approach to education, aiming to build a strong pedagogical base for its youngest learners before they transition to upper elementary levels.
The school is committed to creating an engaging atmosphere that prioritizes both character development and academic achievement. By integrating modern learning tools with traditional instruction, Maurice W. Downing seeks to instill a love for learning in its students while maintaining strong partnerships between teachers, parents, and the broader Malverne community. For more detailed information regarding their curriculum, faculty, or district policies, parents and community members can visit their official website at http://www.malverne.k12.ny.us.
The school is committed to creating an engaging atmosphere that prioritizes both character development and academic achievement. By integrating modern learning tools with traditional instruction, Maurice W. Downing seeks to instill a love for learning in its students while maintaining strong partnerships between teachers, parents, and the broader Malverne community. For more detailed information regarding their curriculum, faculty, or district policies, parents and community members can visit their official website at http://www.malverne.k12.ny.us.
350
Total Students
33.6
Full-Time Teachers
10.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 75 |
| Hispanic | 93 |
| Black | 124 |
| Asian | 37 |
| Two or More | 14 |
| American Indian | 5 |
| Pacific Islander | 2 |
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Black124 (35.4 %)
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Hispanic93 (26.6 %)
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White75 (21.4 %)
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Asian37 (10.6 %)
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Two or More14 (4.0 %)
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American Indian5 (1.4 %)
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Pacific Islander2 (0.6 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | MALVERNE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT |
| Phone: | (516)887-6469 |
| Website: | http://www.malverne.k12.ny.us |
| Grade Range: | K - 2nd |
| Total Students: | 350 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 33.6 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 10.4 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 0 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
124
Grade 1
115
Grade 2
111
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 124 |
| Grade 1 | 115 |
| Grade 2 | 111 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 167 | 47.7% |
| Male | 183 | 52.3% |
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