Excellent
#279 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 6% in state
Lee Road School
Elementary School · LEVITTOWN UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
901 LEE RD, Wantagh, NY 11793
Enrollment
297
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
297
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#279 of 4,742
In Wantagh
#2 of 6
public schools
In district
#3 of 10
LEVITTOWN UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Lee Road School
Lee Road School is a public elementary school in Wantagh, NY, part of LEVITTOWN UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Lee Road School serves approximately 297 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Lee Road School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #279 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Lee Road School show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- District avg 8.0
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Lee Road School — Students at Lee Road School score 69% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
11.1%
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: 8.7/10.
How Lee Road School Compares
See how Lee Road School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
901 LEE RD, Wantagh, NY 11793
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lee Road School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GARDINERS AVENUE SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Levittown), with a very similar rating. Another option is PARKWAY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby East Meadow), with a comparable rating. Additionally, FOREST LAKE SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Wantagh, see our Wantagh schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SAW MILL ROAD SCHOOL North Bellmore | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| PARKWAY SCHOOL East Meadow | 0.9 mi | 8.2 |
| GARDINERS AVENUE SCHOOL Levittown | 0.8 mi | 8.5 |
| WANTAGH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Wantagh | 1.0 mi | 9.0 |
| WANTAGH MIDDLE SCHOOL Wantagh | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| JONAS E SALK MIDDLE SCHOOL Levittown | 0.9 mi | 8.4 |
| WISDOM LANE MIDDLE SCHOOL Levittown | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
| GEN DOUGLAS MACARTHUR SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Levittown | 1.0 mi | 8.8 |
| FOREST LAKE SCHOOL Wantagh | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| ABBEY LANE SCHOOL Levittown | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| JOHN G DINKELMEYER SCHOOL North Bellmore | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| NEWBRIDGE ROAD SCHOOL North Bellmore | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| MARTIN AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bellmore | 1.8 mi | 7.1 |
| DIVISION AVENUE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Levittown | 2.0 mi | 8.9 |
| WANTAGH SCHOOL Wantagh | 1.8 mi | 6.3 |
| SUMMIT LANE SCHOOL Levittown | 2.0 mi | 7.3 |
| WELLINGTON C MEPHAM HIGH SCHOOL Bellmore | 1.9 mi | 9.1 |
| PARK AVENUE SCHOOL North Merrick | 1.8 mi | 7.3 |
| WOODLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL East Meadow | 1.8 mi | 8.3 |
| ST ELIZABETH ANN SETON REGIONAL SCHOOL PK-8 Bellmore | 2.4 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11793 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$168,519
Median Home Value
$633,600
Median Rent
$2,169/mo
Population
31,497
College Educated
49.4%
Homeownership
95.6%
Avg Commute
35.1 min
Poverty Rate
3.3%
Median Age
42.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BERNE-KNOX-WESTERLO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Berne, NY | 8.6 |
| CATTARAUGUS-LITTLE VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cattaraugus, NY | 8.6 |
| EAST SIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL-PS 267 New York, NY | 8.6 |
| ICAHN CHARTER SCHOOL 5 Bronx, NY | 8.6 |
| J FRED SPARKE SCHOOL Levittown, NY | 8.6 |
| KENDALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kendall, NY | 8.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lee Road School
What grades does Lee Road School serve?
Lee Road School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Lee Road School?
Lee Road School has an enrollment of approximately 297 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lee Road School?
The student-teacher ratio at Lee Road School is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lee Road School rank in NY?
Lee Road School ranks #279 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Lee Road School's MySchoolScout rating?
Lee Road School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 Road School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lee Road School has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Lee Road School a charter school?
No, Lee Road School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lee Road School a Title I school?
No, Lee Road School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lee Road School?
11.1% of students at Lee Road 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
- 297
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 11.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Nassau County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.5%
- Phone
- (516) 434-7476
Resources & Links
District
LEVITTOWN UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 7,174
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $30,621
- District Rank
- #3 of 10
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