Average
#2070 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 44% in state
Lee Avenue School
Elementary School · HICKSVILLE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
1 7TH ST, Hicksville, NY 11801
Enrollment
471
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
471
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,070 of 4,742
In Hicksville
#3 of 9
public schools
In district
#3 of 9
HICKSVILLE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic performance
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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About Lee Avenue School
Lee Avenue School is a public elementary school in Hicksville, NY, part of HICKSVILLE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Lee Avenue School serves approximately 471 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Lee Avenue School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,070 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Lee Avenue School show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 5.8
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
37% of students at Lee Avenue School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Lee Avenue School — Students at Lee Avenue School score 53% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
45.9%
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: 6.7/10.
How Lee Avenue School Compares
See how Lee Avenue School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1 7TH ST, Hicksville, NY 11801
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lee Avenue School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PASADENA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Plainview), which scores notably higher. Another option is J FRED SPARKE SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Levittown), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NORTHSIDE SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Levittown), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hicksville, see our Hicksville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HICKSVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Hicksville | 0.3 mi | 6.5 |
| HICKSVILLE HIGH SCHOOL Hicksville | 0.5 mi | 7.4 |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Hicksville | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| EAST STREET SCHOOL Hicksville | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL Hicksville | 0.8 mi | 7.7 |
| FORK LANE SCHOOL Hicksville | 1.0 mi | 3.5 |
| CAROUSEL DAY SCHOOL Hicksville | 1.0 mi | — |
| OBRIDGE ACADEMY Hicksville | 1.1 mi | 3.8 |
| BURNS AVENUE SCHOOL Hicksville | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| OLD COUNTRY ROAD SCHOOL Hicksville | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| THE ELIJA SCHOOL Levittown | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| NORTHSIDE SCHOOL Levittown | 1.5 mi | 8.5 |
| DUTCH LANE SCHOOL Hicksville | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| WOODLAND AVENUE SCHOOL Hicksville | 1.8 mi | 7.1 |
| VARIETY CHILD LEARNING CENTER Levittown | 1.8 mi | 6.9 |
| PASADENA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plainview | 1.6 mi | 8.8 |
| SUMMIT LANE SCHOOL Levittown | 2.1 mi | 7.3 |
| DIVISION AVENUE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Levittown | 2.1 mi | 8.9 |
| J FRED SPARKE SCHOOL Levittown | 2.1 mi | 8.6 |
| KRAMER LANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plainview | 1.7 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11801 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$147,945
Median Home Value
$611,400
Median Rent
$2,992/mo
Population
41,792
College Educated
43.5%
Homeownership
88%
Avg Commute
33.6 min
Poverty Rate
3.5%
Median Age
41.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALBANY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Utica, NY | 6.6 |
| ARCHER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 6.6 |
| BIG FLATS SCHOOL Big Flats, NY | 6.6 |
| BROOKS HILL SCHOOL Fairport, NY | 6.6 |
| CATSKILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Catskill, NY | 6.6 |
| CENTRAL BOULEVARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bethpage, NY | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lee Avenue School
What grades does Lee Avenue School serve?
Lee Avenue School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Lee Avenue School?
Lee Avenue School has an enrollment of approximately 471 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lee Avenue School?
The student-teacher ratio at Lee Avenue School is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lee Avenue School rank in NY?
Lee Avenue School ranks #2,070 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Lee Avenue School's MySchoolScout rating?
Lee Avenue School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Lee Avenue School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lee Avenue School has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Lee Avenue School a charter school?
No, Lee Avenue School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lee Avenue School a Title I school?
No, Lee Avenue School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lee Avenue School?
45.9% of students at Lee 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 471
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 45.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Nassau County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.5%
- Phone
- (516) 733-2352
Resources & Links
District
HICKSVILLE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 5,508
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,944
- District Rank
- #3 of 9
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