COVERT AVENUE SCHOOL

www.elmontschools.org

646 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 6th

School Overview

Covert Avenue School is a public elementary school located in Elmont, New York, serving students in pre-kindergarten through sixth grade. As a prominent part of the Elmont Union Free School District, the school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that prioritizes academic excellence, social-emotional development, and the cultivation of lifelong learners. Its curriculum is designed to meet the diverse needs of its student body, emphasizing core subjects while integrating technology and enrichment opportunities to prepare students for the demands of middle school and beyond.

Beyond academics, Covert Avenue School is known for its strong emphasis on community and school spirit. The institution actively encourages parent and community involvement through various events, PTA initiatives, and open communication channels, aiming to create a collaborative partnership between home and school. By focusing on a well-rounded educational experience, the school strives to provide a safe, inclusive, and nurturing atmosphere where students are encouraged to reach their full potential and contribute positively to their community.

646

Total Students

55.5

Full-Time Teachers

11.6

Student/Teacher Ratio

55.4%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for COVERT AVENUE SCHOOL
Demographic	Student Count
White	53
Hispanic	278
Black	63
Asian	222
Two or More	17
American Indian	8
Pacific Islander	5

Hispanic
278 (43.0%)
Asian
222 (34.4%)
Black
63 (9.8%)
White
53 (8.2%)
Two or More
17 (2.6%)
American Indian
8 (1.2%)
Pacific Islander
5 (0.8%)

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:	ELMONT UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
Phone:	(516)326-5560
Website:	http://www.elmontschools.org
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 6th
Total Students:	646
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	55.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	11.6
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	353
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	5

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Pre-Kindergarten 36

Kindergarten 80

Grade 1 82

Grade 2 92

Grade 3 87

Grade 4 102

Grade 5 90

Grade 6 77