Excellent
#327 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 7% in state
Leo F Giblyn School
Elementary School · FREEPORT UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
450 S OCEAN AVE, Freeport, NY 11520
Enrollment
526
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
526
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#327 of 4,742
In Freeport
#1 of 8
public schools
In district
#1 of 8
FREEPORT UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic growth
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Leo F Giblyn School
Leo F Giblyn School is a public elementary school in Freeport, NY, part of FREEPORT UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Leo F Giblyn School serves approximately 526 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Leo F Giblyn School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #327 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Leo F Giblyn School show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- District avg 7.2
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Leo F Giblyn 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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Leo F Giblyn School — Students at Leo F Giblyn School score 59% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
58.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 32 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: 8.9/10.
How Leo F Giblyn School Compares
See how Leo F Giblyn School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
450 S OCEAN AVE, Freeport, NY 11520
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Leo F Giblyn School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BAYVIEW AVENUE SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is BIRCH SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Merrick), with a comparable rating. Additionally, MEADOW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Baldwin), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Freeport, see our Freeport schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ARCHER STREET SCHOOL Freeport | 0.4 mi | 5.1 |
| NEW VISIONS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Freeport | 0.7 mi | 7.9 |
| WOODWARD CHILDRENS CENTER Freeport | 0.8 mi | 8.8 |
| JOHN W DODD MIDDLE SCHOOL Freeport | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| BAYVIEW AVENUE SCHOOL Freeport | 0.8 mi | 8.2 |
| FREEPORT HIGH SCHOOL Freeport | 1.3 mi | 7.9 |
| COLUMBUS AVENUE SCHOOL Freeport | 1.5 mi | 6.3 |
| MEADOW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Baldwin | 1.3 mi | 8.1 |
| CAROLINE G ATKINSON SCHOOL Freeport | 1.7 mi | 5.6 |
| STEELE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Baldwin | 1.3 mi | 7.9 |
| BALDWIN MIDDLE SCHOOL Baldwin | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
| BIRCH SCHOOL Merrick | 1.6 mi | 8.2 |
| ROOSEVELT CHILDREN'S ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Roosevelt | 2.2 mi | 4.9 |
| BALDWIN SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Baldwin | 2.1 mi | 9.1 |
| ULYSSES BYAS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Roosevelt | 2.3 mi | 6.0 |
| BROOKSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Baldwin | 2.1 mi | 7.7 |
| NORMAN J LEVY LAKESIDE SCHOOL Merrick | 1.9 mi | 8.1 |
| CENTENNIAL AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Roosevelt | 2.5 mi | 5.6 |
| SANFORD H CALHOUN HIGH SCHOOL Merrick | 2.5 mi | 9.2 |
| PLAZA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Baldwin | 2.2 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11520 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$119,407
Median Home Value
$480,600
Median Rent
$1,984/mo
Population
44,873
College Educated
27.3%
Homeownership
71.2%
Avg Commute
33.2 min
Poverty Rate
6.2%
Median Age
38.9
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ACADEMY FOR EXCELLENCE THROUGH THE ARTS (THE) Forest Hills, NY | 8.5 |
| CHANGO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ballston Lake, NY | 8.5 |
| COVERT AVENUE SCHOOL Elmont, NY | 8.5 |
| DODGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Amherst, NY | 8.5 |
| GARDINERS AVENUE SCHOOL Levittown, NY | 8.5 |
| GLENMONT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Glenmont, NY | 8.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Leo F Giblyn School
What grades does Leo F Giblyn School serve?
Leo F Giblyn School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Leo F Giblyn School?
Leo F Giblyn School has an enrollment of approximately 526 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Leo F Giblyn School?
The student-teacher ratio at Leo F Giblyn School is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Leo F Giblyn School rank in NY?
Leo F Giblyn School ranks #327 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Leo F Giblyn School's MySchoolScout rating?
Leo F Giblyn 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 Leo F Giblyn School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Leo F Giblyn School has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Leo F Giblyn School a charter school?
No, Leo F Giblyn School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Leo F Giblyn School a Title I school?
No, Leo F Giblyn School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Leo F Giblyn School?
58.7% of students at Leo F Giblyn 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
- Kindergarten – 4th
- Enrollment
- 526
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 47
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 58.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Nassau County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.0%
- Phone
- (516) 867-5260
Resources & Links
District
FREEPORT UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 6,343
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $30,616
- District Rank
- #1 of 8
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