Below Average
#3738 of 4,742 schools in NY
Leighton Elementary School
Elementary School · OSWEGO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
1 BUCCANEER BLVD, Oswego, NY 13126
Enrollment
304
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
304
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,738 of 4,742
In Oswego
#2 of 6
public schools
In district
#2 of 7
OSWEGO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
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About Leighton Elementary School
Leighton Elementary School is a public elementary school in Oswego, NY, part of OSWEGO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Leighton Elementary School serves approximately 304 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Leighton Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,738 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Leighton Elementary School show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 4.6
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Leighton Elementary 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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Leighton Elementary School — Students at Leighton Elementary School score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
56.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 36 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: 4.7/10.
How Leighton Elementary School Compares
See how Leighton Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1 BUCCANEER BLVD, Oswego, NY 13126
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Leighton Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PALERMO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.8/10, 13.6 miles away, in nearby Fulton), which scores slightly higher. Another option is CATO-MERIDIAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.8/10, 19.1 miles away, in nearby Cato), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, CHARLES E RILEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 4.7/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Oswego, see our Oswego schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 19.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| OSWEGO HIGH SCHOOL Oswego | 0.1 mi | 6.9 |
| KINGSFORD PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Oswego | 0.8 mi | 4.4 |
| OSWEGO MIDDLE SCHOOL Oswego | 1.8 mi | 4.3 |
| FITZHUGH PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Oswego | 1.6 mi | 4.5 |
| CHARLES E RILEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Oswego | 1.6 mi | 4.7 |
| OSWEGO COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Oswego | 2.5 mi | 5.2 |
| MINETTO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Minetto | 4.8 mi | 4.5 |
| HANNIBAL HIGH SCHOOL Hannibal | 9.6 mi | 6.9 |
| FAIRLEY SCHOOL Hannibal | 9.9 mi | 4.3 |
| KENNEY MIDDLE SCHOOL Hannibal | 10.0 mi | 4.6 |
| GRANBY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fulton | 9.6 mi | 3.7 |
| FAIRGRIEVE SCHOOL Fulton | 10.7 mi | 2.6 |
| G RAY BODLEY HIGH SCHOOL Fulton | 11.2 mi | 6.9 |
| VOLNEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fulton | 10.6 mi | 3.7 |
| FULTON JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Fulton | 11.6 mi | 4.5 |
| J E LANIGAN SCHOOL Fulton | 11.7 mi | 3.7 |
| NEW HAVEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New Haven | 10.4 mi | 4.4 |
| PALERMO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fulton | 13.6 mi | 5.8 |
| OSWEGO BOCES Mexico | 13.3 mi | 5.7 |
| CATO-MERIDIAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cato | 19.1 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 13126 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,590
Median Home Value
$134,600
Median Rent
$992/mo
Population
36,199
College Educated
28.6%
Homeownership
66.1%
Avg Commute
19.4 min
Poverty Rate
17%
Median Age
34.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ABRAM LANSING SCHOOL Cohoes, NY | 4.8 |
| CHENANGO BRIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Binghamton, NY | 4.8 |
| ELIZABETH CADY STANTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Seneca Falls, NY | 4.8 |
| GREGORY JOCKO JACKSON-SPORTS-ARTS Brooklyn, NY | 4.8 |
| HOLBROOK ROAD SCHOOL Centereach, NY | 4.8 |
| JOSEPH B RADEZ ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Richmondville, NY | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Leighton Elementary School
What grades does Leighton Elementary School serve?
Leighton Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Leighton Elementary School?
Leighton Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 304 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Leighton Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Leighton Elementary School is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Leighton Elementary School rank in NY?
Leighton Elementary School ranks #3,738 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Leighton Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Leighton Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Leighton Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Leighton Elementary School has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Leighton Elementary School a charter school?
No, Leighton Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Leighton Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Leighton Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Leighton Elementary School?
56.9% of students at Leighton Elementary 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 304
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 56.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Oswego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.2%
- Phone
- (315) 341-2700
Resources & Links
District
OSWEGO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 3,566
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,216
- District Rank
- #2 of 7
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