Serving 471 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lee Avenue School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 471 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lee Avenue School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Lee Avenue School's student population of 471 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
471 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Lee Avenue School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lee Avenue School is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1527 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
46%
10%
Hispanic
32%
30%
Black
2%
16%
White
16%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lee Avenue School's ranking?
Lee Avenue School is ranked #1527 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Lee Avenue School often compared to?
Lee Avenue Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Woodland Avenue School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Lee Avenue School?
471 students attend Lee Avenue School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Lee Avenue School students are Asian, 32% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lee Avenue School?
Lee Avenue School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Lee Avenue School offer ?
Lee Avenue School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lee Avenue School part of?
Lee Avenue School is part of Hicksville Union Free School District.
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