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.
382
Total Students
34.6
Full-Time Teachers
11.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for MAURICE W DOWNING PRIMARY SCHOOL
Demographic Student Count
White80
Hispanic135
Black94
Asian45
Two or More26
American Indian2
  • Hispanic
    135 (35.3%)
  • Black
    94 (24.6%)
  • White
    80 (20.9%)
  • Asian
    45 (11.8%)
  • Two or More
    26 (6.8%)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.5%)
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: 382
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 34.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 11.0
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 106
Grade 1 139
Grade 2 137

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for MAURICE W DOWNING PRIMARY SCHOOL
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten106
Grade 1139
Grade 2137
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for MAURICE W DOWNING PRIMARY SCHOOL
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female16743.7%
Male21556.3%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)