Excellent
#333 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 7% in state
Gardiners Avenue School
Elementary School · LEVITTOWN UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
610 GARDINERS AVE, Levittown, NY 11756
Enrollment
526
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
526
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#333 of 4,742
In Levittown
#5 of 12
public schools
In district
#4 of 10
LEVITTOWN UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Gardiners Avenue School
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About Gardiners Avenue School
Gardiners Avenue School is a public elementary school in Levittown, NY, part of LEVITTOWN UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Gardiners Avenue School serves approximately 526 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Gardiners Avenue School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #333 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Gardiners Avenue School show 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- District avg 8.0
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Gardiners Avenue School — Students at Gardiners Avenue School score 69% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
15.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.3/10.
How Gardiners Avenue School Compares
See how Gardiners Avenue School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
610 GARDINERS AVE, Levittown, NY 11756
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gardiners Avenue School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LEE ROAD SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Wantagh), with a very similar rating. Another option is J FRED SPARKE SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, MICHAEL F STOKES SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Levittown, see our Levittown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| JONAS E SALK MIDDLE SCHOOL Levittown | 0.5 mi | 8.4 |
| ABBEY LANE SCHOOL Levittown | 0.6 mi | 7.2 |
| GEN DOUGLAS MACARTHUR SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Levittown | 0.6 mi | 8.8 |
| LEE ROAD SCHOOL Wantagh | 0.8 mi | 8.6 |
| WISDOM LANE MIDDLE SCHOOL Levittown | 0.9 mi | 7.9 |
| PARKWAY SCHOOL East Meadow | 0.9 mi | 8.2 |
| WANTAGH MIDDLE SCHOOL Wantagh | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| WANTAGH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Wantagh | 1.3 mi | 9.0 |
| SUMMIT LANE SCHOOL Levittown | 1.5 mi | 7.3 |
| DIVISION AVENUE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Levittown | 1.5 mi | 8.9 |
| SAW MILL ROAD SCHOOL North Bellmore | 1.5 mi | 5.2 |
| J FRED SPARKE SCHOOL Levittown | 1.6 mi | 8.6 |
| ISLAND TREES MIDDLE SCHOOL Levittown | 1.4 mi | 7.8 |
| EAST BROADWAY SCHOOL Seaford | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| MICHAEL F STOKES SCHOOL Levittown | 1.6 mi | 8.4 |
| FOREST LAKE SCHOOL Wantagh | 1.8 mi | 7.7 |
| ISLAND TREES HIGH SCHOOL Levittown | 1.5 mi | 9.0 |
| THE ELIJA SCHOOL Levittown | 2.0 mi | 6.7 |
| WANTAGH SCHOOL Wantagh | 2.1 mi | 6.3 |
| VARIETY CHILD LEARNING CENTER Levittown | 2.0 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11756 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$139,901
Median Home Value
$557,300
Median Rent
$2,361/mo
Population
42,553
College Educated
36.9%
Homeownership
94%
Avg Commute
32.4 min
Poverty Rate
3.5%
Median Age
41.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gardiners Avenue School
What grades does Gardiners Avenue School serve?
Gardiners Avenue School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Gardiners Avenue School?
Gardiners Avenue School has an enrollment of approximately 526 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gardiners Avenue School?
The student-teacher ratio at Gardiners Avenue School is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Gardiners Avenue School rank in NY?
Gardiners Avenue School ranks #333 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Gardiners Avenue School's MySchoolScout rating?
Gardiners Avenue School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Gardiners Avenue School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Gardiners Avenue School has 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Gardiners Avenue School a charter school?
No, Gardiners Avenue School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Gardiners Avenue School a Title I school?
No, Gardiners Avenue School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Gardiners Avenue School?
15.8% of students at Gardiners Avenue School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 526
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 15.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Nassau County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.3%
- Phone
- (516) 434-7451
Resources & Links
District
LEVITTOWN UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 7,174
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $30,621
- District Rank
- #4 of 10
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