Serving 312 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lee Road School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 312 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lee Road School serves the southern part of Wantagh, NY, covering an area of approximately 0.9 square miles. Most families live within a short drive of 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.3 miles away from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lee Road School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Lee Road School's student population of 312 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
312 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1955
School Calendar
School Motto
Success For Every Student!
School Rankings
Lee Road School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lee Road School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#804 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
8%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
18%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
15%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
70%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.6%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lee Road School's ranking?
Lee Road School is ranked #804 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Lee Road School?
312 students attend Lee Road School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Lee Road School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lee Road School?
Lee Road School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Lee Road School offer ?
Lee Road School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lee Road School part of?
Lee Road School is part of Levittown Union Free School District.
In what neighborhood is Lee Road School located?
Lee Road School is located in the North Wantagh neighborhood of Wantagh, NY.
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