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#1699 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 36% in state

Lockhart Elementary School

Elementary School · MASSAPEQUA UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

199 PITTSBURG AVE, Massapequa, NY 11758

Enrollment

356

Student-Teacher

11.1:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#1,699 of 4,742

In Massapequa

#4 of 8

public schools

In district

#4 of 9

MASSAPEQUA UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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7.0/10

Elementary School in Massapequa · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Lockhart Elementary School

Lockhart Elementary School is a public elementary school in Massapequa, NY, part of MASSAPEQUA UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Lockhart Elementary School serves approximately 356 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Lockhart Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,699 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Lockhart Elementary School show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.6 pts above district
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.4
  • NY avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.9Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.34 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.3Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency61.9% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency59% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+8.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-1.9 pts
Overall Proficiency60% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)66% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-5.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile61th
Resources & Environment9.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$32,155
Chronic Absenteeism12.9%

Lockhart Elementary School — Students at Lockhart Elementary School score 60% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 66%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 71.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 64.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.0% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
99.5%
ELA
91%
2010
Math
89%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
91%
ELA
84%
2012
Math
50%
ELA
50%
2013
Math
61%
ELA
41%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
72%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
72%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
72%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
72%
ELA
82%
2021*
Math
71.5%
ELA
80.5%
2022
Math
61.9%
ELA
59%

* 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: 5.9/10.

How Lockhart Elementary School Compares

See how Lockhart Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.0/10
64th percentile in NY
Academic
7.3/10
Very Good
Growth
5.9/10
Average
Environment
9.5/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
9%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.9%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

199 PITTSBURG AVE, Massapequa, NY 11758

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lockhart Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SEAFORD MANOR SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Seaford), which scores notably higher. Another option is ALBANY AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby North Massapequa), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, EAST BROADWAY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Seaford), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Massapequa, see our Massapequa schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
MHS AMES CAMPUS Massapequa 0.1 mi 5.0
MONTESSORI CHILDRENS SCHOOL North Massapequa 0.6 mi
CHARLES E SCHWARTING SCHOOL Massapequa 0.7 mi 6.2
PLAINEDGE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Massapequa 1.1 mi 8.6
MCKENNA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Massapequa Park 0.9 mi 7.6
FAIRFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Massapequa 1.2 mi 6.5
MARIA REGINA SCHOOL Seaford 1.0 mi 6.0
ST ROSE OF LIMA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Massapequa 1.4 mi 6.2
SEAFORD MANOR SCHOOL Seaford 1.1 mi 9.0
MASSAPEQUA HIGH SCHOOL Massapequa 1.3 mi 9.1
SEAFORD MIDDLE SCHOOL Seaford 1.2 mi 7.5
ALBANY AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Massapequa 1.6 mi 7.8
EAST LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Massapequa Park 1.3 mi 5.9
BIRCH LANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Massapequa Park 1.7 mi 5.8
EASTPLAIN SCHOOL N. Massapequa 1.8 mi 5.8
SEAFORD SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Seaford 1.5 mi 9.2
UNQUA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Massapequa 1.6 mi 5.5
FARMINGDALE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Farmingdale 1.9 mi 8.4
EAST BROADWAY SCHOOL Seaford 2.0 mi 7.7
BERNER MIDDLE SCHOOL Massapequa 1.9 mi 8.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11758 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$157,404

Median Home Value

$624,800

Median Rent

$2,153/mo

Population

54,741

College Educated

49.5%

Homeownership

93.5%

Avg Commute

36 min

Poverty Rate

3.7%

Median Age

44.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lockhart Elementary School

What grades does Lockhart Elementary School serve?

Lockhart Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Lockhart Elementary School?

Lockhart Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 356 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lockhart Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Lockhart Elementary School is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lockhart Elementary School rank in NY?

Lockhart Elementary School ranks #1,699 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Lockhart Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Lockhart Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Lockhart Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lockhart Elementary School has 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Lockhart Elementary School a charter school?

No, Lockhart Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Lockhart Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Lockhart Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lockhart Elementary School?

9.0% of students at Lockhart 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
77 Very Walkable
Transit Score
39 Some Transit
Bike Score
60 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
356
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
9.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Nassau County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.9%

District

MASSAPEQUA UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
6,542
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$32,155
District Rank
#4 of 9

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