Serving 303 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, West Gates Avenue School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to 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 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 303 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Gates Avenue School's student population of 303 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
303 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
1965
School Rankings
West Gates Avenue School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Gates Avenue School is 0.57, 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
#1970 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≥80%
84%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
29%
31%
Black
5%
15%
White
59%
39%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldogs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Gates Avenue School's ranking?
West Gates Avenue School is ranked #1970 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are West Gates Avenue School often compared to?
West Gates Avenue Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like William Rall School, Albany Avenue School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend West Gates Avenue School?
303 students attend West Gates Avenue School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of West Gates Avenue School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Gates Avenue School?
West Gates Avenue School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does West Gates Avenue School offer ?
West Gates Avenue School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Gates Avenue School part of?
West Gates Avenue School is part of Lindenhurst Union Free School District.
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