Serving 788 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Gidney Avenue Memorial School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 788 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gidney Avenue Memorial School's student population of 788 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
788 students
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
School Rankings
Gidney Avenue Memorial School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gidney Avenue Memorial School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3929 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
72%
31%
Black
18%
15%
White
6%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gidney Avenue Memorial School's ranking?
Gidney Avenue Memorial School is ranked #3929 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Gidney Avenue Memorial School often compared to?
Gidney Avenue Memorial Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fostertown School, Balmville School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Gidney Avenue Memorial School?
788 students attend Gidney Avenue Memorial School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Gidney Avenue Memorial School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gidney Avenue Memorial School?
Gidney Avenue Memorial School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Gidney Avenue Memorial School offer ?
Gidney Avenue Memorial School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Gidney Avenue Memorial School part of?
Gidney Avenue Memorial School is part of Newburgh City School District.
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